Ghana government budgets GH¢48b for education in 2027

The Ghana government has announced it will allocate GH¢48 billion to the Ministry of Education in 2027, with the aim of supporting teaching and learning, expanding access to education and enhancing the delivery of educational services. Minister of Finance Dr Cassiel Ato Forson revealed this during the presentation of the 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy.

GH¢11.2 billion of the total budget will be dedicated to the Ghana Education Trust Fund, aimed at improving educational infrastructure. An additional GH¢1.37 billion will be used to transform secondary education and eliminate the double-track system. The No Fees Stress Policy will receive GH¢537 million, designed to alleviate financial burdens on first-year students and prevent financial constraints from hindering their access to tertiary education.

Furthermore, GH¢292 million has been allocated for the distribution of free sanitary pads to promote girls' participation and retention in school.

Other allocations include GH¢227 million for teacher trainee allowances, GH¢169 million for Basic Education Certificate Examination fees, and GH¢166 million for the Capitation Grant. Approximately GH¢133 million will be used for existing education interventions to maintain support for teaching and learning. Special schools will receive GH¢50 million for improved support for learners requiring specialized educational provision, while the Scholarship Secretariat will receive GH¢250 million for its scholarship responsibilities.