Towards Efficient and Equitable Education for All in Togo.

Overview & Synopsis

Two sets of measures may improve the effective and equitable use of public funds for education in Togo. The first measure is related to the reduction of enrollment and the per capita costs of higher education. The costs of higher education borne by individuals and the state drain monies from the primary and secondary education sectors. The quantitative and qualitative development of primary education underpins the second measure. An expansion of "qualitative" public school programs for a quantitative increase in the number of students requires a concomitant infusion of government funding for worthwhile programs that would: provide training to school administrators to help them help teachers; form and furnish a school evaluation team; and facilitate regular evaluations of pupils' progress. (JAM)