A HIGHER EDUCATION AND NATIONAL BUDGET IN ZIMBABWE_FEMALE-FOCUSED ANALYSIS
INTRODUCTION
This budget brief examines how the 2024 national budget caters to higher and tertiary education (HTE) needs, with a specific focus on its responsiveness to the requirements of female students. It offers a concise overview of the 2024 national budget, delves into HTE, and subsequently analyzes the trends, size, and composition of the education budget. The analysis covers crucial aspects such as adequacy, allocative efficiency, effectiveness, inclusivity, and equity in both current and past HTE education spending. Additionally, the brief puts forward recommendations to enhance HTE education budgeting, aiming to foster lifelong learning opportunities for all, with special attention to the needs of female students.