Despite gains in primary school enrollment, fewer than a third of students in Sub-Saharah Africa complete secondary school, and just 10% pursue higher education. High dropout rates, a lack of trained teachers, and heavy reliance on rote memorization limit students’ learning and hinder economic progress.
School-Based Agricultural Education (SBAE) addresses these challenges by transforming traditional classrooms and school gardens into active learning environments, equipping teachers to engage students through hands-on, practical education.
SBAE not only boosts academic performance but also improves grade progression and exam scores, especially for girls. It keeps students in school longer, helps them save for higher education, and opens pathways to meaningful careers—empowering young people to contribute to economic and community resilience.
