The government of Ghana has raised the daily feeding grant for students in special schools, marking a significant policy shift.
The new grant increases from GH¢8 to GH¢15 per child, effective immediately. This adjustment aims to enhance the quality of meals for children in special needs institutions, as announced by the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu.
Ghana Boosts Daily Feeding Grant for Special Schools
The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, revealed the increase during a media briefing in Accra. He emphasized that this change is part of the Mahama administration’s commitment to supporting vulnerable learners. The previous feeding fee of GH¢8 has now been adjusted to GH¢15, ensuring that all special needs schools comply with the new rate.
This initiative is expected to improve the nutritional quality of meals provided to students, addressing a critical need in special education. The minister’s directive mandates that no student in these institutions should receive less than the new feeding grant.
Ghana: Key figures on daily feeding grant
- GH¢8
- GH¢15
Context of the Feeding Grant Adjustment
The increase in the feeding grant reflects the government’s ongoing efforts to enhance educational support for children with special needs. By raising the daily allowance, the administration aims to ensure that these students receive adequate nutrition, which is vital for their development and learning.
The immediate implementation of this policy underscores the urgency of addressing the needs of vulnerable populations within the education system. Schools are now required to adhere to the new feeding rate without delay.
Next Steps for Implementation
- All special schools to comply with the new feeding rate immediately.
- Monitoring of meal quality and compliance with the new grant.
This increase in the feeding grant is a crucial step towards better support for students in special needs institutions in Ghana.
