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2026 GETFund Plan Targets Equity, Transparency

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The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has convened a high-level meeting to deliberate on the proposed 2026 allocation formula for the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund), signalling what officials describe as a major reset in education financing.
The meeting brought together the Deputy Minister for Education, the Chair of the Parliamentary Select Committee on Education, the Administrator of Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund), and the Management of the Ministry of Education.
Resetting the Allocation Framework
According to the Ministry, discussions were focused, constructive and forward-looking. The proposed 2026 framework marks the beginning of the full operationalisation of a revised allocation formula aligned with the reset agenda of President John Dramani Mahama.
The new formula is anchored on enhanced transparency, fairness in distribution and strategic alignment with national education priorities. Officials say the framework is designed to strengthen efficiency, equity and accountability in the financing of Ghana’s education sector.
Dedicated Funding for Special Needs
A key feature of the proposed formula is the introduction of a dedicated funding stream for Special Needs Education and disability support. The move is expected to improve access to inclusive education and provide targeted resources for learners with disabilities across the country.
The framework also reflects President Mahama’s pledge to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to complete and adequately resource the KNUST Teaching Hospital. The facility is intended to support healthcare training and service delivery, particularly for medical students and professionals associated with the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology.
Ready for Parliament
The Minister expressed satisfaction with the strong consensus reached during the meeting, indicating that the proposed formula is now ready to be laid before Parliament for consideration and approval.
The engagement, according to the Ministry, underscores the growing collaboration between the Ministry of Education, Parliament and GETFund in advancing reforms aimed at strengthening Ghana’s education financing architecture.
The statement was signed by Hashmin Mohammed, Press Secretary to the Minister for Education.

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