Chad - 28 July 2025
Under the Chad Improving Learning Outcomes Project (Project ID: P175803), the World Bank-backed government of Chad has given an XAF 1.17 billion contract to the Kenya-based educational non-governmental organisation Empower Learning Africa-TaRL Africa. With evidence-based teaching strategies catered to each student's learning level, the contract, which was finalised on July 28, 2025, intends to improve foundational learning throughout primary schools.
Overview of the Project
One of the main projects funded by the International Development Association (IDA) under Credit IDA-E0180 is the Chad Improving Learning Outcomes Project. By enhancing institutional capacity, student learning outcomes, and teaching quality in all public schools, it aims to fortify the nation's educational system.
An NGO with expertise in pedagogical approaches, specifically the "Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL)" methodology - which aims to help children develop fundamental literacy and numeracy skills by tailoring instruction to their current abilities rather than age or grade - will be hired as part of the recently awarded contract.
Details of the Contract
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P175803 is the project ID.
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Title of Project: Chad Enhancing Educational Results
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Reference to Contract: TD-CILOP-451170-CS-CDS
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Method of Procurement: Direct Selection (CDS)
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Value of Contract: XAF 1,169,530,309
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Currency: BEAC CFA Franc
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Duration of Contract: 27 months
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Award Notification Date: July 28, 2025
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Executing Agency: Republic of Chad's Ministry of National Education and Civic Promotion
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The World Bank is the funding agency (IDA).
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Empower Learning Africa-TaRL Africa (Kenya) is the awarded firm.
Concerning the Recognised Organisation
Empower Learning Africa, a non-governmental organisation with its headquarters in Kenya, is well-known for its proficiency in putting large-scale foundational learning initiatives into action throughout sub-Saharan Africa. The organisation advocates for low-cost, scalable interventions to improve literacy and numeracy outcomes for children who are falling behind in the early grades by collaborating with governments and education stakeholders.
Objectives and Scope
Empower Learning Africa will assist in implementing the "Teaching at the Right Level" strategy in a few chosen schools throughout Chad as part of this agreement. Important elements consist of:
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teaching differentiated instruction to educators and facilitators.
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creating instruments for learning assessment.
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delivering continuous performance monitoring and technical assistance.
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enhancing the ability of local education authorities to maintain the strategy.
Results-based learning outcomes will be given top priority during the project's 27-month implementation period, guaranteeing that educational interventions directly result in quantifiable student progress.
Importance and Anticipated Effects
This collaboration marks a significant turning point in Chad's educational reform process. Given that more than 50% of Chadian children cannot read or do simple maths by the end of primary school, the TaRL approach provides a tried-and-true, evidence-based way to close learning gaps and improve educational equity.
In addition to improving short-term learning outcomes, the project will help create a national model for evidence-based education policy, develop long-term teacher capacity, and support curriculum reforms.
To sum up:
Chad's dedication to advancing inclusive education and strengthening foundational learning is further demonstrated by the awarding of the XAF 1.17 billion contract to Empower Learning Africa - TaRL Africa. With funding from the World Bank's IDA programme, the project is anticipated to have a significant impact on how education is shaped in Chad going forward and guarantee that all children have the chance to learn, grow, and achieve.
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