Top 8 Countries With the Lowest Literacy Rate

Benin

Battling poverty and inadequate resources, Benin strives to improve educational access.

Guinea

Despite rich resources, Guinea faces literacy challenges due to poverty and infrastructure gaps.

Somalia

Conflict and governance issues impede Somalia's education system, leading to low literacy.

Niger

Poverty and sparse infrastructure hinder literacy efforts, especially in rural areas.

Central African Republic

Conflict and instability disrupt education, contributing to widespread illiteracy.

Afghanistan

Decades of war and cultural barriers obstruct education, leading to low literacy rates.

South Sudan

Emerging from conflict, South Sudan struggles to rebuild its education system.

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