Report of the Secretary-General on Africa and the International Itineracy Year 1990

Abstract

This report by the Secretary-General addresses the multifaceted issue of illiteracy in the context of Africa and the International illiteracy Year 1990. Illiteracy, a term often defined variably depending on the context, encompasses more than just the inability to read and write. Kenneth Levine's analysis highlights the universal importance of acquiring and exchanging written information, suggesting that these functions are crucial for a comprehensive understanding of illiteracy.