Government to rehabilitate SHS science laboratories under $300m World Bank programme – Haruna Iddrisu

The government is planning to rehabilitate and upgrade science laboratories in Senior High Schools (SHSs), STEM and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions across the country to strengthen practical learning.

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu announced the initiative in Parliament while responding to a question from Damata Ama Salam.

He said the government was prioritising science, mathematics and engineering education, noting that more resources must be channelled into preparing young people for careers in these fields.

Mr Iddrisu cited a recent visit to Burma Camp Senior High Technical School with the World Bank Managing Director for Human Capital, during which he found that a room presented as the school’s science laboratory was empty.

He said the experience highlighted the need for government to improve laboratory infrastructure in schools nationwide.

As part of the $300 million World Bank-supported STARS programme, the Ministry of Education is expected to begin inviting competitive bids for the construction of schools within the next 14 days.

The Minister said the programme would also support the construction of several laboratories and the improvement of existing facilities and workshops in selected SHSs and TVET institutions.

Additionally, the initiative will include the construction of Special Needs Education units in Sefwi Wiawso and Ho to expand facilities for learners with special educational needs.

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