The recent data on global youth literacy rates shows almost universal literacy among youth in countries like Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, and Russia, all boasting rates above 99%. Noteworthy improvements are seen in Bangladesh with a 1.23% increase, indicating substantial progress. Meanwhile, youth literacy in countries like Chad and Burkina Faso remains significantly lower, pointing to continued development challenges. Among significant changes, Brazil and Mexico improved significantly, whereas countries like South Africa saw a decline.
Key future trends to watch include the impact of educational technology and policy reforms designed to enhance literacy rates. Continued focus on infrastructure and resource allocation in underperforming nations will be crucial. Disparities across different regions highlight the need for tailored strategies to bridge literacy gaps.
Top countries in Youth Literacy Rate by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Persons Aged 15-24 | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Uzbekistan | 100 | 2022 | -0.000015% | -0.0000053% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Azerbaijan | 99.92 | 2023 | -0.0023% | -0.0024% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Russia | 99.92 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 4 | 4 Macau | 99.79 | 2023 | |||
| 5 | 5 Indonesia | 99.78 | 2023 | +0.00019% | +0.015% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Brunei | 99.77 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 7 | 7 Singapore | 99.73 | 2023 | +0.000048% | -0.041% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 99.71 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 9 | 9 Moldova | 99.7 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Oman | 99.66 | 2022 | +0.2% | View data |
