Africa: Lifelong learning - a new momentum and a new opportunity for adult basic learning and education (ABLE) in the South

This paper is the result of a study commissioned by Sida on the status and current trends in adult basic education in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean. The study included a review of relevant documentation in several languages, an electronic survey with key respondents throughout the world, personal interviews and a few field visits. The process also included a five-week bilingual on-line forum on the topic, with over 300 subscribers from all over the world.