Every 24th of January, the world marks International Day of Education, a moment to reflect on the power of learning to transform lives and societies.
Across West Africa, millions of children are enrolled in school, yet for many, education remains unequal, under-resourced, and vulnerable to conflict, poverty, and neglect.
Classrooms may be full, but access does not always translate into quality learning.
In this report by our Banjul correspondent Sang Donald Mendy, we examine the realities of education in our region and ask what must change to ensure that no child is left behind.