In 2023, Madagascar had the highest percentage of female repeaters in primary education globally, at over 25%, while Kazakhstan reported the lowest, close to 0%. A significant year-on-year increase was observed in Bahamas and Bosnia and Herzegovina, whereas Nepal and Togo experienced the largest decreases. Over the past five years, Madagascar slightly increased its share, while notable declines occurred in Indonesia and Peru.
Future trends to watch include ongoing efforts to improve educational systems in countries with high repetition rates, and the impact of educational policies and initiatives aimed at reducing gender disparities in education.
Top countries in Share of Female Repeaters in Primary Education by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Female Enrollment | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Madagascar | 25.05 | 2023 | +0.89% | +0.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Burundi | 21.48 | 2023 | -1.8% | -2.46% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Benin | 14.51 | 2023 | +1.04% | -0.38% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Suriname | 13.21 | 2023 | -0.7% | -0.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Rwanda | 11.32 | 2023 | -3.37% | -2.17% | View data |
| 6 | 6 East Timor | 10.76 | 2023 | -1.79% | -0.75% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Cameroon | 9.7 | 2023 | -3.71% | -4.03% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Djibouti | 8.52 | 2023 | -0.51% | +0.31% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Mozambique | 7.34 | 2023 | -2.24% | -2.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Morocco | 7.08 | 2023 | -1.28% | -1.4% | View data |
