The countries among the most corrupt in 2014 were Afghanistan, the Central African Republic, Zimbabwe, Turkmenistan, and China.
The countries that were among the most corrupt in the world in 2014, according to Transparency International, include Afghanistan, the Central African Republic, Zimbabwe, Turkmenistan, and China.
Afghanistan has a low standard of living, weak government structure, and lack of adherence to the rule of law. The Central African Republic faces political instability and human trafficking.
Zimbabwe has a disrupted economy due to land redistribution and corruption.
Turkmenistan has a high level of corruption in the government and business sector. China has been combating corruption among government officials.
These countries face various challenges such as economic underdevelopment, political instability, and lack of adherence to the rule of law, which contribute to their high levels of corruption.