The Educate Africa Institute (EAI) has commended the Government of Ghana for clearing all outstanding Capitation Grant arrears owed to public basic schools across the country, covering the period from 2023 to date.
This significant intervention is expected to stabilise the finances of public basic schools, enabling them to deliver uninterrupted quality education to Ghanaian children.
The Capitation Grant remains a critical source of funding for public basic schools, supporting the purchase of teaching and learning materials, minor repairs, and essential school management activities that directly affect the quality of education.
EAI described the payment as a clear demonstration of the government’s commitment to strengthening basic education and improving learning outcomes.
“By clearing these arrears, the government is empowering headteachers to manage their schools effectively, promoting accountability while ensuring that no child’s education is disrupted due to financial constraints,” EAI stated.
EAI expressed appreciation to the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Finance for prioritising this payment despite prevailing economic challenges.
The institute also lauded the patience and dedication of headteachers and teachers, who continued to maintain teaching and learning activities throughout the delay.
EAI further urged school heads to use the funds responsibly, in line with the Capitation Grant guidelines, to improve teaching and learning conditions.
It pledged its support to the Ghana Education Service (GES) in intensifying monitoring to ensure transparency and accountability in the use of the funds.
“This payment is a practical demonstration of the government’s resolve to strengthen the basic education sector and invest in the nation’s future through its children,” EAI emphasised.
The clearance of the Capitation Grant arrears is expected to create a more conducive learning environment, allowing pupils to thrive academically while reinforcing the foundations of Ghana’s education system.
Source: Ghanaweb
