Hugo Chavez was thought to be a good leader, but he wanted to be president forever which was not good. Venezuela's oil wealth didn't improve people's lives because the government was corrupt.
10. Venezuela
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Cambodia is beautiful, but it's hard to get things done without bribing officials. The country lacks a fair voting system, making it difficult for citizens to bring about change.
Cambodia is beautiful, but it's hard to get things done without bribing officials. The country lacks a fair voting system, making it difficult for citizens to bring about change.
9. Cambodia
8. North Korea
Similar to Cambodia, North Korea operates through bribery. Advancement depends on pleasing officials. Escaping the country requires paying large sums to border guards.
Guinea is a beautiful country, but it's in trouble. It was very poor until 2008 when a mining deal helped. However, the deal was corrupt, and now the UK and US are investigating. Corruption is so widespread that no one within the country can investigate.
7. Guinea
Equatorial Guinea is a poor country despite having abundant natural resources and international buyers. The wealth is concentrated at the top, leaving most citizens without basic necessities. People rely on bribing officials for access to food and water
6. Equatorial Guinea
Zimbabwe's economy is in trouble due to hyperinflation. Citizens must pass extensive exams for well-paying jobs, but the education system is poorly regulated. The educated upper class charges a large fee for taking tests and writing papers for the uneducated.
5. Zimbabwe
In Sudan, the government operates secretly and often lacks organization. The country relies on bribery, and being related to someone in power guarantees winning an election, regardless of the actual results.
4. Sudan
In Myanmar, corruption is easy because a few people own almost everything. While the country earns a lot from selling natural resources, the wealthy upper class still controls all business deals and bribery is common. Foreigners wanting to do business in Myanmar should be prepared to give "tea money".
3. Myanmar
Somalia is in chaos due to war. Corruption is widespread, especially in law enforcement, customs, and immigration. Citizens must pay huge sums for protection, to leave or enter the country, and even to access basic services like phone and internet.
2. Somalia
Democratic Republic of Congo's economy is rife with corruption, from major industries to everyday services. Bribes are needed for almost everything, and government officials keep quiet about their decisions and the country's finances.