For most children in the United States, school uniforms are not required to wear. But in most African countries like many European countries, school uniforms are a must. Some officials say school uniforms make a better student.
In rural Congo, school uniforms are encouraged but not required. When you are located days from an urban center, it is difficult if not impossible to buy a school uniform. Although most rural villages have a weekly market, money for school uniforms still make it nearly impossible.
For most villagers, it is a case of school uniforms versus school fees. Teachers prefer school fees.
