World Bank pledges $300 million for Ghana’s secondary education transformation

The World Bank has committed about $300 million to support Ghana’s planned Secondary Education Transformation for Results and Jobs initiative, a major programme aimed at improving learning outcomes and expanding employment opportunities for young people.

The announcement was made by the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, during a visit by Paschal Donohoe, Managing Director and Chief Knowledge Officer of the World Bank Group, to Osu Mahean Basic School in Accra.

Mr Iddrisu explained that the programme forms part of the government’s broader strategy to modernise Ghana’s secondary education system and equip students with practical skills required for employment and national development.

According to him, the financial support from the World Bank will help drive key reforms aimed at strengthening teaching and learning while also creating stronger links between education and job opportunities.

The visit formed part of activities under the Ghana Accountability for Learning Outcomes Project, an initiative focused on improving foundational learning and reinforcing accountability within Ghana’s education sector.

Speaking during the engagement on Monday, March 16, Mr Donohoe reaffirmed the World Bank’s commitment to supporting Ghana’s education reforms and building stronger human capital.

“I want to thank the Minister for Education and the Government of Ghana for recognising the importance of education and for being excellent partners in working together to support the young people of Ghana and the future,” he said.

He noted that strengthening education systems remains essential for preparing young people to compete in an evolving global economy and assured that the World Bank would continue to work closely with Ghana to enhance learning outcomes and promote skills development.