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Impact of Decentralization and Privatization on the Quality of Education in Sub-Saharan Africa: The Nigerian Experience

Contributor Name: 
Sudakshina
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Document Details
Document Source: 
European Journal of Social Sciences
Document Type: 
paper
Publication Date: 
Nov, 2008
Author: 
Uwakwe, C., Falaye, A., Emunemu, B. & Adelore, O.
Language: 
English
Mixed effects of privatization on the quality of education in Sub-Saharan Africa

A sector-wide approach to resource mobilization and management in the education system, accountability in the areas of leadership, bureaucracy and best work practices would ensure quality control in the education sectors of countries in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA).

The authors examine the impact of decentralization and privatization on the quality of education in SSA, with specific reference to Nigeria. They trace the evolution of educational policies in SSA, and highlight decentralization and privatization as practiced by some countries in the region, their interplay with socio-economic and political scenarios and the resultant impact on provision and quality of education. These policies have produced positive and negative effects that include:

  • Improved workers’ welfare;
  • Community participation;
  • Widened access to education;
  • Unapproved and unregistered schools;
  • Lowered standards of education.