African Economics of Education (Economics/Education crossover)

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2006 No. 1 (2006)

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Challenges and Opportunities in Education Post-Conflict: A Comparative Study of Eritrea

Teslima Gebreab, Department of Research, University of Asmara (currently closed/reorganized) Yoseph Melaku, Department of Research, University of Asmara (currently closed/reorganized) Fasil Tesfaye, Eritrea Institute of Technology
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18837112
Published: September 23, 2006

Abstract

Post-conflict societies in Africa often face significant challenges and opportunities in education recovery. A comparative study using qualitative methods including interviews with educators, policymakers, and community leaders to analyse current educational systems and identify best practices. Eritrea has seen a significant increase in primary school enrollment rates from 60% to over 85% within five years of the conflict’s end, indicating strong community support for education recovery efforts. The study highlights successful strategies implemented by Eritrea that could serve as models for other post-conflict African nations seeking educational revival. Post-conflict governments should prioritise inclusive and equitable access to quality education through targeted interventions and sustained commitment from all sectors of society.

How to Cite

Teslima Gebreab, Yoseph Melaku, Fasil Tesfaye (2006). Challenges and Opportunities in Education Post-Conflict: A Comparative Study of Eritrea. African Economics of Education (Economics/Education crossover), Vol. 2006 No. 1 (2006). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18837112

Keywords

Post-conflictgeographyeducation policysocial reconstructionparticipatory approachestransformative learningresilience assessment

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