Credit Kekeli K. Blamey
Learners in special needs schools across Ghana are set to benefit from improved nutrition and learning conditions following the disbursement of nearly GHS9 million in feeding grants by the government.
The Ghana Education Service (GES) announced the release of GHS8,989,866.00 to support the feeding programs in special schools, providing crucial relief to institutions that have long grappled with financial strain.
In a statement released Wednesday, June 25, and signed by GES Public Relations Officer Daniel Fenyii, the Service described the grant as a meaningful step toward achieving equitable and inclusive education in Ghana.
The funding is expected to cover the nutritional needs of all learners in special needs institutions, many of whom rely heavily on school meals for daily sustenance.
Heads of schools and caregivers say the grant couldn’t have come at a better time, especially as many facilities have been stretched thin by rising food costs and limited budgets.
“This support directly impacts the wellbeing of some of the most vulnerable learners in our system,” the statement read. “The government’s commitment to inclusive education is not just about access to classrooms—it’s about meeting the full range of needs that allow learners to thrive.”
GES also extended its gratitude to educators, administrators, and students in special schools for their resilience during the wait for the grant’s release, acknowledging the unique challenges they face in delivering inclusive education.
Education advocates have welcomed the move, noting that sustained funding is essential for ensuring children with disabilities receive the support they need—not just academically, but physically and emotionally.
