Minister of Secondary Education Adéyèmi Clément Kouchadé launched two educational projects in Godomey on 14 October 2026. Located within the commune of Abomey-Calavi in the Atlantique department, these initiatives aim to improve the school supervisory framework across the region. The minister introduced these programs as part of national efforts to modernize pedagogical oversight and administrative management in local schools. These projects specifically target the structural needs of the Atlantique educational sector to ensure better support for students and teachers. Implementation of these measures began immediately following the official launch ceremony held in Godomey on 14 October 2026. This launch marks a significant step in the administration’s commitment to refining the daily operations of secondary education facilities.
Lutte contre l'absentéisme scolaire
Authorities have initiated a digital call platform project designed to notify parents when students are absent from class. This system seeks to identify the underlying causes of student absenteeism by facilitating direct communication between schools and families. The project of the call platform aims to inform parents of absent students to identify the causes of their absence. Mathias Ahomadegbe, the departmental director, stated: "Il s’agira, au-delà des absences, d’informer également les parents généralement occupés sur certaines situations d’urgence." By bridging the communication gap between the classroom and the home, the ministry expects to reduce the frequency of unexcused absences.
Public schools across the region are set to receive infrastructure improvements supported by a budget of 20 milliards de FCFA. A budget of 20 milliards de FCFA is allocated to equip public schools with potable water and electricity. These funds are specifically allocated to provide educational facilities with consistent access to potable water and electricity. The investment intends to upgrade basic service delivery within the public school network in the Atlantique department, ensuring that students have access to essential utilities necessary for a productive learning environment.
Officials have also introduced a competition titled "L'établissement le plus propre de l'Atlantique" to encourage better maintenance of school environments. The project 'L'établissement le plus propre de l'Atlantique' rewards schools for the improvement of their living environment and hygiene. This program awards prizes to schools that demonstrate measurable improvements in their sanitation standards and overall hygiene. The initiative serves to promote a cleaner physical atmosphere for students and staff within local educational institutions.
Government policy mandates regarding student enrollment shifted earlier this year to increase access to secondary education. In June 2026, the government implemented a decree making school attendance free of charge for all girls enrolled in public institutions from the sixth grade through the final year of secondary school (terminale). In June 2026, the government made schooling free for all girls from the sixth grade to the final year (terminale) in public institutions. This measure remains in effect for all public schools throughout the country, reflecting a broader effort to remove financial barriers to education.