In a move to ensure the smooth conduct of this year’s West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) practicals, the Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced the release of funds to all Senior High Schools (SHS) and Senior High Technical Schools (SHTS) nationwide.
The announcement was made on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, by the Head of Public Relations at GES, Daniel Fenyi. According to Mr. Fenyi, the funds are intended to cover the fees for the 2026 WASSCE practical examinations. He explained that the financial support is meant to fully cover all practical exams scheduled for the year, including the provision of required materials and other essential resources.
“This payment ensures that all practical examinations scheduled for the 2026 WASSCE are fully supported, including the provision of the required materials and other essential resources,” the statement noted.
GES emphasized that the release of these funds is to facilitate a smooth and well-coordinated examination process. By doing so, the Service hopes to enable students to focus on their academic work without the added worry of practical exam expenses, thereby lightening the financial load on parents and guardians.
The Service also sounded a note of caution to regional, district, and school authorities, urging them to ensure that the funds are used strictly for their intended purpose. GES underscored the importance of efficiency and accountability in the use of these resources.
To further promote transparency, GES assured the public that it would closely monitor how the funds are utilized throughout the exam period. “Management will continue to monitor the utilisation processes to ensure compliance and to maintain high standards in the administration of the examination,” the statement read.
In closing, the Ghana Education Service expressed its gratitude to all stakeholders for their continued cooperation in advancing quality education and reaffirmed its commitment to creating an environment conducive to student success.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com