Development Partners and their Impact on Education Reforms: Comparative Examples in Ghana

Frank Yeboah-Obeng
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Frank Yeboah-Obeng: Department of Educational Research, University of Oslo

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2025, vol. 9, issue 5, 42-47

Abstract: This paper presents a comprehensive theoretical investigation into the influence of development partners on education reforms in Ghana. With a focus on the role of the World Bank and other international agencies, the study examines how global reform agendas intersect with national policies. Drawing on a blend of world culture theory, social justice principles (Fraser, 2005), Blaxland’s “5 As†framework (2019, 2023), and Bronfenbrenner’s ecological systems theory (1979), the analysis explores the extent to which externally driven reforms either complement or compromise local ownership. By comparing the landmark reforms of 1987 and 1993, the paper demonstrates that while external actors provide critical financial and technical support, their influence creates governance dynamic that challenges national autonomy in education policymaking. The findings offer insights for policymakers seeking to balance global best practices with culturally responsive and locally owned strategies for sustainable education reform.

Date: 2025
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