The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced that the Government of Ghana has fully cleared all outstanding arrears of the Capitation Grant for public basic schools, covering the period from 2023 to the present. In a statement issued by GES on Wednesday, July 23, the organization highlighted that this payment demonstrates the government’s strong commitment to ensuring the smooth operation and effective management of basic education throughout the country.
The Capitation Grant is a vital source of funding for public basic schools, enabling them to purchase teaching and learning materials, make minor repairs, and carry out other essential school management activities. Timely disbursement of this grant empowers headteachers to operate with greater autonomy and deliver quality education more effectively. GES also commended the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Finance for prioritizing these payments, despite the current economic challenges.
It also praised school heads for their patience and dedication in ensuring uninterrupted teaching and learning during the delay in disbursement. “We urge all school leaders to use the funds responsibly and in line with the guidelines for the utilisation of the Capitation Grant,” the statement said. It added that district and regional monitoring teams will intensify supervision to ensure accountability and value for money.
GES reiterated its commitment to working with stakeholders to improve learning outcomes, strengthen school management systems, and promote inclusive, equitable, and quality education for all Ghanaian children.
By: Leticia Osei
