Upper West Regional Chief Imam’s Education Fund Disburses GH¢138,536 to 61 Students
The fund released GH¢138,536 to support 61 students for the 2026/27 academic year.
In Brief
- •The fund released GH¢138,536 to support 61 students for the 2026/27 academic year.
- •Beneficiary count rose from 44 to 61, a 38.64% increase over the previous year.
- •The fund, established in October 2022, selects students through academic assessment, interviews and home verification visits.
- •Announcement made by Secretary Dr Saeed Moomin at a press conference in Wa.
- •Recipients include students from UBIDS and Nusrat Jahan Ahmadiyya College of Education.
Why It Matters
The disbursement demonstrates a targeted effort to alleviate financial barriers to tertiary education in Ghana’s Upper West Region, where many families struggle to support their children’s studies. By increasing the number of beneficiaries and the total amount disbursed, the fund not only boosts individual academic prospects but also contributes to broader regional development by investing in human capital.
Key Details
- Total Disbursement
- GH¢138,536
- Number of Beneficiaries
- 61
- Increase from Previous Year
- 38.64%
- Academic Year Covered
- 2026/27
- Fund Established
- October 2022
- Announcement Location
- Wa
Context & Background
The Upper West Region faces significant financial challenges for students seeking tertiary education, prompting the creation of the Upper West Regional Chief Imam Educational Endowment Fund to provide targeted support.
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