"Teacher Shortages Put Education Recovery at Risk in Sub-Saharan Africa A persistent teacher gap in sub-Saharan Africa threatens to undermine efforts to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic's devastating impact on education. According to a recent report by UNESCO, the region is struggling to attract and retain qualified teachers, with many schools facing severe shortages. This crisis has significant implications for the future of education in Africa, where a high-quality teaching workforce is essential for unlocking the region's vast potential and driving economic growth. As governments and education stakeholders work to rebuild education systems, addressing the teacher gap must be a top priority to ensure that students receive the support they need to succeed."


The persistent teacher gap in sub-Saharan Africa is jeopardizing education recovery  UNESCO