​ADDITIONAL FACTS FROM THE UNITED NATIONS

• Among the institutions most affected by corruption are the judiciary and police.

• Corruption, bribery, theft and tax evasion cost some US $1.26 trillion for developing countries per year; this amount of money could be used to lift those who are living on less than $1.25 a day above $1.25 for at least six years

• Birth registration has occurred for 73 per cent of children under 5, but only 46% of Sub-Saharan Africa have had their births registered.

• Approximately 28.5 million primary school age who are out of school live in conflict-affected areas.

• The rule of law and development have a significant interrelation and are mutually reinforcing, making it essential for sustainable development at the national and international level.

• The proportion of prisoners held in detention without sentencing has remained almost constant in the last decade, at 31% of all prisoners.