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Africa-Press – South-Sudan. <\/strong><\/span>Human Rights Watch is calling on the government to take genuine steps and actions to implement free primary and secondary education in public schools across the country.<\/p>\n

On Monday, President Salva Kiir directed the state and national governments to comply with the constitution and enforce the free education policy.<\/p>\n

Kiir directed relevant government ministries to ensure that primary and secondary education is free throughout the country.<\/p>\n

Commenting on the matter, Nyagoah Tut Pur, a researcher at the Human Rights Watch said the announcement could benefit millions of children in South Sudan.<\/p>\n

In a press release, Nyagoah said the directive should be followed up with concrete action and adequate resources for it to make a difference.<\/p>\n

\u201cSecondary education, including technical and vocational training, can empower young people with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive and contribute to their communities,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

\u201cChildren with secondary education are more likely to find work as adults, earn more, and escape or avoid poverty.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cSecondary education can provide young people with essential information to protect their health and well-being. It also promotes resilience and healthy development and protects mental health. Girls with secondary education are less likely to have children early.\u201d<\/p>\n

According to UNICEF, more than 2.8 million children, are out of school in South Sudan, the highest rate than any other country in the world.<\/p>\n

The agency also says a report, that 76% of schoolgirls in South Sudan are currently not in school \u2013 putting at risk their futures and the future of the country.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About South-Sudan<\/a> Follow Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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