Humanitarian | Combatting Illiteracy in Africa
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According to the most recent African Literacy Facts
conducted by the African Library Project, more than 1 in
3 adults cannot read. 182 million adults are unable to
read and write. 48 million youth (ages 15-24) are
illiterate. 22% of primary aged children are not in school.
This can even apply to children and adults who have
gone through school. So, what exactly is the issue here?
Let’s unpack.
conducted by the African Library Project, more than 1 in
3 adults cannot read. 182 million adults are unable to
read and write. 48 million youth (ages 15-24) are
illiterate. 22% of primary aged children are not in school.
This can even apply to children and adults who have
gone through school. So, what exactly is the issue here?
Let’s unpack.
