ISLAMABAD: The World Bank has approved a $47.9 million grant, funded by the Global Partnership for Education Fund, to improve enrollment and learning outcomes for children at pre-primary and primary levels in Punjab, the World Bank said in a press release.
The new project, called “Getting Results: Access and Delivery of Quality Education Services and System Transformation in Punjab”, aims to expand early childhood education, re-enroll out-of-school children, support teachers, and make the education system more resilient to climate change and emergencies.
The initiative will benefit over 4 million children, including 80,000 out-of-school children, more than 3 million students in public schools, 850,000 children in non-formal education, and 140,000 differently-abled students in special education schools.
Over 100,000 teachers, school leaders, parents, and community members will also benefit through professional training and awareness campaigns.
“This project is a major step to reduce learning poverty and ensure equal access to quality education across Punjab,” said Bolormaa Amgaabazar, World Bank Country Director for Pakistan. “It will strengthen learning foundations, improve system capacity, and support long-term human capital and economic growth.”
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The project aligns with the Punjab government’s education reform agenda, which focuses on creating a more effective, accountable, and inclusive education system.
It will improve governance, coordination between departments, empower schools, and build community partnerships, according to Izza Farrakh, World Bank Task Team Leader.
About World Bank in Pakistan:
Pakistan has been a member of the World Bank since 1950, receiving over $48.3 billion in support. Currently, 54 projects are ongoing with a total commitment of $15.7 billion.
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has invested around $13 billion in Pakistan since 1956, supporting sectors like renewable energy, infrastructure, healthcare, and trade.
