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Education Minister Orders GES to Investigate Unauthorized SHS Online Class Fees
The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has directed the Ghana Education Service (GES) to launch an immediate investigation into reports that some senior high schools are charging unauthorized fees for online classes.
Addressing the media on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, the Minister reacted to complaints that certain schools were collecting money for GES-approved online learning programmes—services that are expected to be free. One report alleged that some schools were demanding as much as GH₵609 under the guise of PTA fees for these classes.
Mr Iddrisu described the charges as unlawful and assured the public that swift action would be taken against offenders.
“These are illegal charges, and the Director-General of GES will investigate them. Appropriate sanctions will be applied,” he stated.
He further revealed that he had already summoned the GES Director-General for urgent discussions on the matter, stressing that the issue would be addressed without delay.
The Minister also responded to concerns about the distribution of tablets meant to support digital learning. While acknowledging isolated complaints, he maintained that the devices had been widely distributed nationwide.
According to him, the leadership of the Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools (CHASS) has confirmed receipt of the tablets.
To strengthen monitoring and enforcement—particularly for students preparing for the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE)—Mr Iddrisu announced plans to establish a technical committee. The committee will include representatives from CHASS and parents to ensure effective oversight and accountability.
Touching on broader challenges within the education sector, the Minister highlighted ongoing infrastructure deficits, especially following the rollout of the Free Senior High School policy. He noted that the rapid increase in student enrolment has not been matched by adequate expansion in facilities, leading to congestion and overcrowding in many schools.
However, he expressed optimism about ongoing interventions, disclosing that Ghana has secured $300 million in funding from the World Bank to support infrastructure development.
The project is expected to commence in July, alongside additional support from the GETFund, to expand capacity and improve learning conditions across the country.
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