CSEA Meets with Representatives of the World Bank

On February 11, 2026, the macroeconomic team of the World Bank Group engaged with  representatives of the Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa (CSEA) to review previous collaboration and explore opportunities for further partnerships. CSEA delivered a presentation on its work under the Research on Improving Systems of Education (RISE) Programme, highlighting the programme’s objectives and key outcomes. 
The presentation emphasized the programme’s contributions to strengthening education systems through research-based analysis and policy engagement, with particular focus on improving learning outcomes, enhancing institutional frameworks, and promoting evidence-based reforms in the education sector. The discussion also highlighted  the broader relevance of these findings for economic development, particularly in relation to human capital development and long-term growth.

The World Bank team expressed interest in hosting its next National Development Update presentation at CSEA’s facilities, recognising the Centre’s role as a hub for policy dialogue and knowledge exchange. Both parties underscored the importance of strengthening future collaboration in research, policy analysis, and capacity-building initiatives to support evidence-based policymaking.