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Gabon prioritizes education reforms as new school year begins

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Gabon is prioritizing education as the new school year begins, focusing on innovation and excellence.

The 2026-2027 school year in Gabon kicks off with a renewed commitment to education. The government aims to enhance teacher training, expand digital education, and implement competency-based learning, building on a successful previous year that saw significant examination pass rates.

Gabon’s Education Agenda for 2026-2027

The Gabonese government is placing work, discipline, innovation, and excellence at the forefront of its education agenda. Education and Civic Instruction Minister of State Camélia Ntoutoume Leclercq outlined these priorities as classes resume nationwide on September 7. The previous academic year faced challenges due to social tensions, prompting adjustments to the school calendar and the establishment of a three-way dialogue framework.

This dialogue framework has proven effective, with 2,668 out of 4,000 identified administrative situations regularized, achieving a 66.70% completion rate. The government is also working to gradually place various categories of education workers on the state payroll.

Exam Results and Future Plans

National examination results from the last academic year demonstrate the effectiveness of Gabon’s educational strategies. The pass rates were impressive: 98.70% for the CEP, 66.27% for the BEPC, 85.55% for the general baccalaureate, and 92.29% for the technological and professional baccalaureate. These results reflect a commitment to improving educational outcomes.

For the upcoming year, the ministry plans to strengthen teacher training and expand digital education. The competency-based learning approach will now extend to Grade 9, emphasizing a shift in the teacher’s role to that of a facilitator of learning.

Next Steps in Gabon’s Education Reform

  • Continue the deployment of 42,250 school desks.
  • Distribute additional digital equipment to schools.
  • Construct 2,000 classrooms by 2032.
  • Focus on inclusive education and improving teachers’ living conditions.

Gabon is committed to transforming its education system for future generations.

Gabon prioritizes education reforms as new school year begins

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