The Parliament of Ghana has approved a substantial budget of GH₵31 billion for the Ministry of Education for the year 2025.
This allocation will fuel several key initiatives aimed at enhancing access to education and supporting both students and educators nationwide.
A significant portion of the funding will be dedicated to the “No Fee Stress” initiative, designed to alleviate the financial burden on first-year tertiary students in public institutions.
This move is part of the government’s commitment to enhance access to higher education and alleviate financial barriers for new students.
Adding to the commitment to inclusivity, the government will also implement free tertiary education for individuals living with disabilities.
This initiative aims to reduce the financial burden on families and ensure that persons with disabilities have equal access to higher education opportunities.
Furthermore, the Ministry is planning to construct 100 accommodation facilities for basic school teachers under the “Teacher Dabrɛ Initiative,” aiming to improve the living conditions and morale of educators.
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During the budget presentation on March 11, 2025, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson highlighted the government’s commitment to the Free Senior High School (Free SHS) programme, allocating GH₵3.5 billion to sustain and improve the initiative.
“The programme has increased access to secondary education for thousands of students, and this funding will ensure that no Ghanaian child is left behind,” Dr. Forson told Parliament during the budget presentation.
He further assured the House that the allocation is expected to address long-standing infrastructure deficits in secondary schools.
Dr. Forson also emphasized the government’s dedication to improving educational infrastructure: “The government recognises the infrastructure challenges and is committed to expanding facilities in heavily populated schools.”
To further bolster funding for the education sector, the government is removing the cap on GETFund, allowing more funds to flow directly into education initiatives.
“To ensure sustainable financing for education, the government is removing the cap on GETFund,” Dr. Forson stated, signaling a long-term commitment to supporting the sector.
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This multifaceted approach to funding and reform suggests a concerted effort to improve the quality and accessibility of education for all Ghanaians.