New steps to increase accessibility and inclusivity in Ghana’s educational system have been announced by Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu.
In an interview with TV3, he disclosed plans to provide assistive technology and free education for youngsters with special needs.
Iddrisu stated, “We want to introduce free education for all persons with special needs, provide them with the necessary assistive devices, and increase the feeding grant from GHS 8 to GHS 15,”
The minister also discussed boarding measures that are intended to maximise resources and enhance the welfare of students.
“We must work towards de-boardinisation, and the focus should be on rural and peri-urban areas, while in urban areas we focus on reducing boardinisation,” he clarified
According to Iddrisu, these reforms are designed to ensure equitable access to education, particularly in underserved areas, while supporting students’ nutritional and learning needs.
Source: newsthemegh.com