The 2024 Finance Bill arouses both congratulations and concerns within Civil Society. Indeed, the forecasts of a significant increase in the budgets allocated to Agriculture and Health were welcomed, but the reduction in the Education budget raised legitimate concerns.
Civil Society, represented by delegates from organizations such as REGED and ODEP, stressed the importance of equitably distributing budgetary resources between different sectors. If increasing Agriculture and Health budgets is essential to promote inclusive development and universal health coverage, it is just as crucial not to neglect Education.
Unfortunately, the Education budget has been reduced by almost 5.72%, from 21.61% to only 18.44% in the current project. For Civil Society, it is essential to reallocate resources to support this key sector. She calls for a return to funding of at least 20% for Education, in order to guarantee the quality of teaching and promote the development of the skills necessary for the future.
Civil Society highlights the importance of Education as a driver of socio-economic development. By investing in Education, we are investing in building an enlightened society capable of meeting the challenges of the modern world. In addition, adequate resources will make it possible to improve school infrastructure, provide quality training for teachers and offer educational programs adapted to the needs of learners.
It is therefore essential that the government takes into account the concerns of Civil Society and reassesses the distribution of budgetary resources. A reallocation of funds in favor of Education will be a crucial step towards sustainable and equitable development.
In conclusion, the 2024 Finance Bill arouses mixed reactions within Civil Society. If the budget increases in the Agriculture and Health sectors are applauded, the reduction in the Education budget raises concerns. It is essential to reassess the distribution of budgetary resources in order to guarantee adequate financing for Education, an essential pillar of socio-economic development.