In Mauritania, push to phase out private schools divides opinion

"Retired engineer Moulay Ould Rais believes the government's decision to phase out private schools will benefit all children, stating, 'It will bring back a generation like the first generation, where people were united and at peace with one another.'"

"Education in Mauritania often ranks poorly due to low investment in infrastructure and teachers, with at least 30 percent of school-aged children not enrolled in school."

The Mauritanian government is phasing out private schools in favor of state-run institutions to standardize education quality. Retired engineer Moulay Ould Rais supports this change, believing it will benefit all children and restore unity among families. Education in Mauritania suffers from low investment, with many children, particularly in rural areas, not enrolled in school. The administration aims for quick results in its education reform efforts, addressing the significant number of out-of-school children in the country.

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