Accelerating catch-up; tertiary education for growth in Sub-Saharan Africa.

9780821377383

Accelerating catch-up; tertiary education for growth in Sub-Saharan Africa.

The World Bank

2009

180 pages

$25.00

Paperback

LC67

This report spells out the case for accelerated growth in secondary and post-secondary education in Sub-Saharan Africa. It demonstrates why tertiary education systems in Sub-Saharan Africa must become better aligned with national economic development and poverty reduction strategies, and identifies the benefits likely to be associated with such a shift in perspective. The report identifies challenges that countries in the region face in seeking to achieve these aspirations and, drawing on African and international experience, indicates the policy steps necessary for African tertiary institutions to support knowledge-intensive growth. Of interest to international organizations, governments, research institutions, and universities throughout the region.

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