"GPE processes have helped through various mechanisms, including:

• Policy and planning support: GPE has supported the government of Somalia in developing education sector plans that outline strategic priorities and targets. This has enhanced the country's ability to plan and implement effective education policies and programs.
• Financing: GPE has mobilized financial resources to support Somalia's education sector. This funding has helped bridge the financing gap and increase investments in education, leading to improved access, quality and equity.
• Capacity building: GPE has supported capacity-building initiatives to strengthen education systems in Somalia. This includes training teachers, improving education management systems and enhancing the capacity of education authorities to deliver quality education."

"GPE has supported the development of critical policies, including the Private Education Policy, guidelines for provision of capitation grants and regulations for early childhood education. GPE investments have strengthened capabilities to expand service provision, including training teachers; the provision of textbooks and teacher guides aligned with the new curriculum; and improving school infrastructure. GPE has also worked with the ministry to strengthen sector coordination through support to the Education Sector Committee and the 2023 National Education Conference, with the latter bringing together a broad range of national and international stakeholders to develop a collective vision for system transformation."

"With GPE support, the Somali government hired and trained the first batch of 1,000 teachers in 2013, marking the revival of the public education system post civil war. Over the past decade, GPE has contributed to building the foundations for the Somali education sector through supporting sector coordination, partnership and dialogue – enabling Somali stakeholders to develop a collective vision for the education sector. GPE processes have helped to decentralize the education system and allowed the government to take a leading role at the various levels, increasing government legitimacy and ownership."

• Increased school enrollment: The government has made significant efforts to reduce the number of out-of-school children by constructing more schools across the country. This has provided more opportunities for children to access education, leading to a higher enrollment rate.
• Expansion of trained teachers: The government has prioritized the recruitment and deployment of trained teachers. In 2023 alone, 3,000 teachers were hired and placed in various schools nationwide. This has positively impacted the education sector by ensuring there is a significant number of qualified educators to facilitate learning.
• Strengthened government capacity: The government's capacity to manage education funds has grown, as evidenced by the decision to channel 70% of GPE funds through the single treasury account. This demonstrates an increased ability to effectively handle financial resources and ensures transparency and accountability in fund management."