The World Bank has committed approximately $300 million to support Ghana’s Secondary Education Transformation for Results and Jobs initiative, a flagship government programme designed to enhance learning outcomes and create better employment opportunities for the country’s youth.
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu announced the funding during a visit by Paschal Donohoe, Managing Director and Chief Knowledge Officer of the World Bank Group, to Osu Mahean Basic School on Monday.
The minister described the initiative as a key component of the government’s broader efforts to overhaul the secondary education system and equip students with relevant skills for the job market and national development.
“The financial support from the World Bank will help drive reforms targeted at improving the quality of teaching and learning while also strengthening pathways that link education to job creation,” Mr Iddrisu said.
The engagement took place as part of activities under the Ghana Accountability for Learning Outcomes Project (GALOP), which focuses on boosting foundational learning and institutional accountability within the education sector.
Speaking at the event, Mr Donohoe reaffirmed the World Bank’s ongoing partnership with Ghana in advancing education reforms and human capital development.
“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 stated.
He emphasised that robust education systems are essential for preparing youth to thrive in a dynamic global economy, adding that the World Bank remains committed to collaborating with Ghana to improve learning outcomes and skills development.
The Secondary Education Transformation for Results and Jobs project aligns with recent World Bank engagements in Ghana, including efforts to upgrade school infrastructure (such as converting Category C schools to B and B to A levels, and expanding Category A facilities) and build on previous initiatives like the Secondary Education Improvement Project.
This latest commitment comes amid Mr Donohoe’s visit to Ghana and Liberia from March 15–20, 2026, highlighting the institution’s support for macroeconomic recovery, private sector growth, and human capital investments in the region.