General Knowledge- This is the most illiterate country in the world, know about it
- byManasavi
- 14 Jul, 2025

Friends, we often hear and read about powerful countries in the media, on social media or on Google, but we never hear about the literacy of any country, but today we will tell you about a country which is one of the least educated countries, let's know about it-
According to global rankings, Niger is currently the most illiterate country in the world.
Here are some key facts:
Only 19.1% of Niger's population is literate.
Main reasons:
Widespread poverty
Lack of access to quality education
Limited awareness about the importance of schooling
Most of the population, especially in rural areas, is unable to go to school.
Guinea is the second most illiterate country after Niger:
Literacy rate: around 30.47%
Like Niger, Guinea also struggles with these problems:
Inadequate educational infrastructure
Low awareness of the importance of education
Economic barriers that prevent children from attending school
Why does it matter?
Healthcare is a key driver of improved access and overall quality of life. Highlighting these challenges is the first step toward raising awareness and encouraging global efforts to support education for all.