GES Gives Green Light for Payment of Salary Arrears to Eligible Staff
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has confirmed that approval has been granted for the settlement of outstanding salary arrears owed to eligible staff.
This decision offers much-needed relief to many workers in the education sector. The authorization was secured from the Ministry of Finance in collaboration with the Controller and Accountant General’s Department (CAGD).
Background to the Approval
In an official communication issued from the GES headquarters in Accra on April 20, 2026, management explained that the approval is linked to the implementation of the 2024 financial clearance. The statement referenced earlier correspondence from the Ministry of Finance, indicating that all required procedures have been finalized to enable the payments.
Beneficiaries of the Payment
The arrangement targets eligible GES staff who accrued salary arrears from August 1, 2024, to November 2025. This group includes personnel whose salaries were delayed as a result of administrative challenges or issues relating to financial clearance within that period.
Mode of Payment
To ensure an organized disbursement process, the arrears will be released in five phases. According to the schedule:
•Payments are set to commence in May 2026
•Each phase will cater for 4 months of arrears
•Subsequent disbursements will continue monthly through June, July, and August
This phased approach is designed to maintain financial balance while ensuring that affected staff gradually receive their outstanding payments.
Directive to Regional Offices
GES leadership has directed all Regional Directors to immediately relay this information to Heads of Schools under their supervision. This measure is intended to guarantee that all qualified staff are well informed ahead of the payment process.
Official Authorization
The directive was endorsed by Prof. Smile Dzisi, Acting Deputy Director-General in charge of Management Services, on behalf of the Director-General of GES. Copies were also shared with relevant authorities within the Ministry of Education and GES leadership.
Implications for Teachers
This development marks a positive step in addressing prolonged salary concerns within the education sector. For many teachers, the arrears represent delayed earnings that are essential for their financial commitments and stability.
Although the payments will be made in instalments rather than a lump sum, the move reflects a clear effort to settle outstanding obligations.
Conclusion
The decision to release salary arrears highlights progress in resolving financial challenges within the public education system. As the rollout begins, attention will focus on how efficiently the payments are executed.
GES staff are advised to rely on official communication channels for accurate updates and to be cautious of misleading information from unverified sources.