Corruption in politics is a global issue that undermines democracy and hampers development. Here are 10 notorious politicians who have been involved in corrupt practices:
1. Vladimir Putin (Russia)
- Accused of embezzlement, money laundering, and amassing wealth through corrupt means.
2. Jacob Zuma (South Africa)
- Implicated in numerous corruption scandals during his presidency, including the infamous 'State Capture'.
3. Nawaz Sharif (Pakistan)
- Convicted of corruption and money laundering, leading to his disqualification as Prime Minister.
4. Rodrigo Duterte (Philippines)
- Allegations of corruption and human rights abuses, including involvement in extrajudicial killings.
5. Recep Tayyip Erdogan (Turkey)
- Accused of corruption, nepotism, and undermining judicial independence.
6. Robert Mugabe (Zimbabwe)
- Ruled with an iron fist, amassing wealth while his country faced economic collapse and widespread poverty.
7. Nicolas Maduro (Venezuela)
- Accused of corruption, election rigging, and human rights violations, leading to a humanitarian crisis in Venezuela.
8. Viktor Yanukovych (Ukraine)
- Ousted from power due to corruption and ties to Russia, sparking the Euromaidan protests.
9. Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo (Equatorial Guinea)
- Ruled for decades through corruption and human rights abuses, enriching himself and his family.
10. Kim Jong-un (North Korea)
- Leads one of the most repressive and corrupt regimes in the world, with widespread human rights abuses and a cult of personality.
