The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced that the government has fully settled all outstanding arrears of the Capitation Grant for basic schools, covering the period from 2023 to date.
In a press release dated 23rd July 2025, the GES highlighted the government’s commitment to ensuring the smooth operation of basic education across the country. The timely disbursement of these funds is expected to empower school heads to address critical needs such as teaching materials, minor repairs, and other essential management activities.
The Capitation Grant is a vital financial resource for public basic schools, enabling them to maintain quality education despite economic challenges. The GES acknowledged the efforts of the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Finance for prioritizing these payments amid prevailing economic pressures.
School leaders were also commended for their patience and dedication in keeping teaching and learning uninterrupted during the period of arrears. The GES emphasized the importance of using the funds responsibly, in line with established guidelines, to ensure transparency and accountability.
To guarantee proper utilization of the grant, monitoring teams at the district and regional levels will intensify supervision. The GES reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with stakeholders to improve learning outcomes and enhance school management systems.
This move underscores the government’s dedication to delivering inclusive, equitable, and quality education for every Ghanaian child, reinforcing the critical role of the Capitation Grant in sustaining educational development.
