UN General Assembly
2021

Indeed, the pandemic has accentuated the inequalities and disparities within and between States, which have consequently undermined the achievement of the goal of ensuring education and training for all. In that respect, we believe it is urgent to take action to strengthen the resilience of the education system by improving equity, inclusion and digital connectivity. The Government of Cote d’Ivoire, which since 2015 has made schooling free and compulsory for all children aged 6 to 16, will spare no effort to reach the goal of a 100 per cent enrolment rate.