Comparison of students who sat the Grade 8 examination in 2021/2022 with those who reached the Form 4 examination in 2025/2026.
| Examination Stage | Academic Year | Students |
|---|---|---|
| Grade 8 examination | 2021/2022 | 26,860 |
| Form 4 examination | 2025/2026 | 24,173 |
| Students not reflected in the later cohort | — | 2,687 (10%) |
Key finding: Approximately 2,687 fewer students, or 10% of the original cohort, reached the Form 4 examination four years later.
Source: SRA Banadir Education Cohort Report (2021–2026)
Date: 16 August 2026
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