Parliament approves GH¢9.8bn for GETFund in 2026

Parliament has approved GH¢9.8 billion for the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) for 2026 to finance projects and programmes across various education sub-sectors.

Out of the total allocation, GH¢4.2 billion has been earmarked for the Free Senior High School policy, while GH¢1.5 billion has been allocated to the tertiary sub-sector.

Of the tertiary allocation, GH¢300 million will support continuing students under the GETFund scholarship scheme and provide new sponsorships for students pursuing programmes locally and abroad.

The 2026 GETFund formula also sets aside GH¢230 million for the completion of basic school infrastructure and GH¢310 million for the construction of new facilities.

BY: NHYIRABA KWADWO SAMMY BEE

SOURCE: DLNEWSROOM