Ferdinand | Education Ghana | February 24 | Education Minister Convenes High-Level Meeting on 2026 Allocation Formula
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu leads high-level meeting with Deputy Minister, Parliamentary Select Committee Chair, and GETFund Administrator to finalise proposed 2026 education allocation formula for Parliament.
The Minister for Education, , has convened a high-level meeting to deliberate on the proposed 2026 education allocation framework.
The meeting brought together the Deputy Minister for Education, the Chair of the Parliamentary Select Committee on Education, the Administrator of the , and the Management of the .
Focus on Equity and Transparency
Discussions centred on refining the formula that will guide the allocation of education funds for the 2026 fiscal year.
According to officials, the engagement was constructive and focused on promoting equity, efficiency, and measurable improvements in learning outcomes across the country.
The proposed framework seeks to enhance transparency in the distribution of resources while ensuring that funding aligns with national education priorities.
Strengthening Infrastructure and Access
The new formula is expected to prioritise:
Expansion of infrastructure at basic and secondary levels
Improved access to education in underserved communities
Enhanced quality assurance and learning support systems
Strategic investment in critical education interventions
Officials indicated that the framework reflects a data-driven approach aimed at addressing disparities and strengthening accountability in the use of public education funds.
Strong Institutional Consensus
The meeting reportedly concluded with a strong consensus among the Ministry, Parliament, and GETFund leadership on the way forward.
The proposed formula is now set to be laid before Parliament for consideration.
Observers note that the collaboration demonstrates renewed coordination between the executive and legislative arms of government in advancing Ghana’s education reform agenda.
Further details are expected once the allocation framework is formally presented to Parliament.
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