Jubbaland Education Sector Strategic Plan (ESSP) 2022–2026

📝 Description:

The Jubbaland Education Sector Strategic Plan (ESSP) 2022–2026 is the first-ever long-term education roadmap developed by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Higher Learning (MoECHL) of Jubbaland State of Somalia. It sets out a comprehensive, inclusive, and actionable framework for transforming the education system to meet the needs of all learners, regardless of gender, region, or socio-economic status.

This plan was developed with contributions from stakeholders including government departments, civil society, education partners, and the community. It aligns with key national and international frameworks such as the Somalia Education Act (2021), National Development Plan (NDP-9), and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

📌 Key Features of the ESSP:

• Vision:
  Ensure provision of equitable, inclusive, and quality education that empowers all learners in Jubbaland.

• Policy Priorities:

  1. Increase access, equity, and completion in ECE, Primary, Secondary & ABE.

  2. Improve the quality and relevance of education across all levels.

  3. Expand access to Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET).

  4. Strengthen governance and education system management.

  5. Integrate ICT into teaching, learning, and educational planning.

• Target Programs:

  • Early Childhood Education (ECE)

  • Primary and Secondary Education

  • Alternative Basic Education (ABE)

  • Adult Education

  • Education in Emergencies

  • TVET

  • ICT in Education

  • Inclusive Education

  • System Governance and Monitoring & Evaluation

• Challenges Addressed:

  • Low school enrollment (with over 85% of school-age children out of school)

  • Shortage of qualified teachers and learning materials

  • Inadequate infrastructure, especially in rural areas

  • Gender inequality and access issues for children with disabilities

  • Disruption from insecurity, displacement, and climate emergencies

• Goals & Outcomes:

  • Drastically reduce illiteracy and dropout rates

  • Build a competent and motivated teaching workforce

  • Deliver education services even in emergencies and IDP settings

  • Use education as a tool for peacebuilding and social development

• Monitoring & Financing:

  • Clearly defined Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Realistic costing & financing models with stakeholder commitments

  • Emphasis on decentralized decision-making and data-driven planning

• Jubbaland ESSP_Final 10.09.2022 pdf (4308kb) [ download ]