In 2023, countries like Niger and Senegal lead in the percentage of male adolescents out of school, with figures over 65%. Regions like Africa and Central America are particularly affected. Countries such as the Philippines, Malaysia, and Ghana, however, have shown a notable decline in these figures. Significant changes include Azerbaijan's stark increase and the major decrease in countries like Morocco and France. Nations like Hungary and Malta showcased the highest positive shifts, with rising trends.
Future trends will focus on emerging education policies, infrastructure advancements in underdeveloped regions, and economic shifts affecting school attendance rates. Monitoring these aspects will be crucial for predicting progress or setbacks.
Top countries in Share of Male Adolescents Out of School by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Male Children of Lower Secondary School Age | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Niger | 69.21 | 2023 | -0.66% | +1.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Senegal | 65.51 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 3 | 3 Burkina Faso | 56.61 | 2023 | -1.05% | +4.11% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Mali | 55.76 | 2023 | +1.37% | +1.4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Chad | 52.25 | 2023 | -0.019% | +0.12% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Honduras | 51.55 | 2023 | +3.14% | +3.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ethiopia | 49.28 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 8 | 8 Djibouti | 47.69 | 2022 | -1.76% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Burundi | 47.63 | 2023 | -0.62% | +4.31% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Cameroon | 45.45 | 2023 | +0.31% | -0.23% | View data |
