The World Bank has pledged approximately $300 million to support Ghana’s upcoming Secondary Education Transformation for Results and Jobs initiative, a key government programme designed to enhance learning outcomes and expand employment prospects for young people.

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

Mr Iddrisu explained that the initiative forms part of the government’s broader strategy to modernise the country’s secondary education system and ensure that students acquire practical skills relevant to the job market and national development.

According to him, the World Bank’s financial support will contribute to reforms aimed at improving the quality of teaching and learning while strengthening the link between education and employment opportunities for graduates.

The visit was organised as part of activities under the Ghana Accountability for Learning Outcomes Project (GALOP), which focuses on strengthening foundational education and improving accountability across the country’s education sector.

Speaking during the engagement on Monday, March 16, Mr Donohoe reaffirmed the World Bank’s commitment to supporting Ghana’s education sector reforms.

“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 added that investing in education is crucial for preparing young people to compete in an evolving global economy, stressing that the World Bank remains committed to partnering with Ghana to improve learning outcomes and develop the skills needed for future growth.