People, language, culture, and education

According to UNESCO figures, the average adult in Burma has received only 2.8 years of schooling, and only 36.5% of eligible students enroll in secondary education.

They speak Burmese.

Officially 135 ethnic groups comprise Myanmar people. About 70 % of the population is descended from the Myanmar.

Due to the lack of investment, schools often charge students a range of unofficial fees. Many families, particularly those in poorer rural areas, cannot afford to pay these fees and so are forced to withdraw their children from education.

Despite the high value placed on education in Myanmar culture, the state education system has long been in decline, suffering from a critical lack of resources and skills.