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Mozambique - Literacy Rate 1997

Adult literacy rate · World Bank
38.71% +11.71pp from 1996 Global rank: 3rd

Mozambique's literacy rate was 38.71% in 1997. This was the 3rd highest globally.

Global Ranking - 1997▾
Literacy Rate by Country - 1997
RankCountryValueYoY
1st West Bank and Gaza 86.08% -
2nd Qatar 83.26% 10.1%
3rd Mozambique 38.71% 43.4%
Source: World Bank (SE.ADT.LITR.ZS)

FAQ

What was Mozambique's literacy rate in 1997?▾

Mozambique's literacy rate in 1997 was 38.71%. This ranked 3rd globally.

How did Mozambique's literacy rate change in 1997?▾

Mozambique's literacy rate increased by 43.4% in 1997 compared to 1996.

Which country had the highest literacy rate in 1997?▾

West Bank and Gaza had the highest literacy rate in 1997 at 86.08%.

What is the literacy rate of Mozambique in 1997?▾

The literacy rate of Mozambique in 1997 was 38.71%. This ranked 3rd globally.

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