The government of Cote d'Ivoire is set to alleviate the financial burden on public schools by funding exams and compositions. A meeting was held from October 26 to 29, 2026, in Yamoussoukro, bringing together stakeholders in the education sector. Organized by the Direction de l'animation, de la promotion et du suivi des COGES (DAPS-COGES) and the Conseil consultatif de l'éducation nationale, the meeting aimed to find a solution to the challenges faced by teachers and parents due to lack of funds.
The meeting resolved that exams and compositions in public schools will be funded, with each school required to conduct at least two exams and two compositions before the final exams. According to Kadio Claude, president of the Organisation des parents d'élèves et d'étudiants de Côte d'Ivoire (OPEECI), the funding will cover expenses such as transportation, catering, and exam materials. This move is expected to ease the financial strain on schools and ensure smooth evaluations.
The decision to fund exams and compositions is a significant relief for teachers and parents who have been struggling to cover the costs. In many schools, the lack of funds has made it difficult to conduct evaluations, affecting the overall quality of education. With the new funding arrangement, schools will be able to focus on providing quality education without the burden of financial constraints.
The resolutions from the meeting will need to be validated by the ministère de l'Education nationale, de l'alphabétisation et de l'enseignement technique before they can be implemented. Once validated, the funding will be made available to public schools, enabling them to conduct exams and compositions without financial difficulties.
The move to fund exams and compositions is part of a broader effort to improve the education sector in Cote d'Ivoire. The government has been working to address various challenges facing the sector, including infrastructure, teacher training, and student welfare. By providing financial support for exams and compositions, the government aims to ensure that all students have equal access to quality education.
Kadio Claude, president of OPEECI, emphasized the importance of funding for exams and compositions, stating that it will help to reduce the financial burden on parents and teachers. He also highlighted the need for the government to continue supporting the education sector to ensure that students receive a quality education.
The funding for exams and compositions is expected to have a positive impact on the education sector in Cote d'Ivoire, enabling schools to focus on providing quality education and improving student outcomes. The government's efforts to address the challenges facing the sector are ongoing, with a focus on ensuring that all students have access to quality education.
Key points
- Cote d'Ivoire's government to fund exams and compositions in public schools
- Meeting held in Yamoussoukro to discuss funding for exams and compositions
- Funding to cover expenses such as transportation, catering, and exam materials
