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No. 19 | June 2025No. 19 | June 2025 Innovative Financing of EducationTechnology as part of MaximizingFinancing for DevelopmentInnovative Financing of EducationTechnology as part of Maximizing Frederico Antunes de Carvalho, Changha Lee, and Yvonne Byanjeru © 2025 International Bank for Reconstruction and Development / The World Bank 1818 H Street NWWashington DC 20433Telephone: 202-473-1000Email: AskEd@worldbank.orgInternet: www.worldbank.org/en/topic/education This work is a product of the staff of The World Bank with external contributions. The findings, interpretations,and conclusions expressed in this work do not necessarily reflect the views of The World Bank, its Board ofExecutive Directors, or the governments they represent. The World Bank does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or currency of the data included in this work anddoes not assume responsibility for any errors, omissions, or discrepancies in the information, or liability withrespect to the use of or failure to use the information, methods, processes, or conclusions set forth. Theboundaries, colors, denominations, links/footnotes and other information shown in this work do not imply anyjudgment on the part of The World Bank concerning the legal status of any territory or the endorsement oracceptance of such boundaries. The citation of works authored by others does not mean the World Bankendorses the views expressed by those authors or the content of their works. Nothing herein shall constitute or be construed or considered to be a limitation upon or waiver of the privilegesand immunities of The World Bank, all of which are specifically reserved. Please cite the work as follows: Antunes de Carvalho, F., C. Lee, and Y. Byanjeru. 2025.Innovative Financing ofEducation Technology: As Part of Maximizing Financing for Development. Education Working Paper Series No. 19.Washington, DC: World Bank Group. Rights and Permissions The material in this work is subject to copyright. Because The World Bank encourages dissemination of itsknowledge, this work may be reproduced, in whole or in part, for noncommercial purposes as long as fullattribution to this work is given. Any queries on rights and licenses, including subsidiary rights, should be addressed to World Bank Publications,The World Bank Group, 1818 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20433, USA; fax: 202-522-2625; e-mail:pubrights@worldbank.org. Cover design: Marianne Siblini. Innovative Financing of Education TechnologyAs part of Maximizing Financing for Development Frederico Antunes de Carvalho, Changha Lee, and Yvonne Byanjeru Abstract Digital technologies are increasingly important for delivering inclusive, resilient, and high-qualityeducation, yet financing their effective deployment remains a key constraint in many low- and middle-income countries). This paper examines the scale of investment needed to achieve universal digitallearning against the backdrop of constrained education budgets. It highlights common challengesministries face, including limited fiscal space, underutilization of available funds, and inefficiencies inprocurement practices. Drawing on global case studies and the World Bank’s EdTech principles, thepaper outlines a practical framework for innovative financing that combines two strategic approaches:(1) stretching existing budgets through improved planning, cost-benefit analysis, and procurementreform; and (2) mobilizing additional funding from underleveraged sources such as Universal ServiceAccess Funds, philanthropic capital, and blended finance. The report offers actionable recommendationsto help ministries of education make smarter, result-oriented EdTech investments and buildpartnerships that enhance long-term impact and sustainability. JEL Classification: I200, I210, I240, I250, I280, J240 Keywords: Education technology; innovative financing; digital learning; EdTech procurement; low- andmiddle-income countries (LMICs); education budgeting; total cost of ownership (TCO); public-privatepartnerships (PPPs); universal digital access; universal service access funds (USAF); philanthropicinvestment; blended finance; impact bonds; education policy; cost-benefit analysis; governmentspending; household contributions; development assistance; equitable access; digital infrastructure;teacher professional development; learning outcomes; education system resilience; results-basedfinancing; zero-rating educational content; connectivity; capacity building; education ecosystems. Contents Acknowledgments........................................................................................................................... vAbbreviations................................................................................................................................. viSummary..................................................................................................................................... viii1.Introduction and Context...........................