The Ghana Scholarships Authority has announced the release of first-quarter government allocations to begin clearing outstanding scholarship arrears owed to Ghanaian students studying in the United Kingdom and other countries.
In a statement issued on April 16, 2026, the Authority said the move forms part of ongoing efforts by the government to address delays in the payment of stipends and tuition fees for beneficiaries under state-sponsored scholarship programmes.
The announcement comes as a major relief to hundreds of Ghanaian students overseas who have faced financial strain due to delayed payments, with some struggling to cover accommodation and basic living expenses.
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The Authority, led by Director-General Alex Kwaku Asafo-Agyei, acknowledged the concerns raised by affected students and apologised for the inconvenience caused.
“The Authority acknowledges the concerns of our sponsored students and deeply regrets the inconvenience caused by these delays. Government remains fully committed to the welfare of Ghanaian students abroad,” the statement said.
According to the Authority, processes are underway in collaboration with relevant stakeholders to ensure that the funds are disbursed promptly.
It also assured students that measures are being put in place to minimise future delays and improve the efficiency of the payment system.
Beneficiaries have been urged to remain calm and continue with their academic work while efforts are intensified to clear all outstanding obligations.
The release of funds is expected to restore confidence among Ghanaian students abroad, many of whom have faced uncertainty over the continuity of their funding amid economic challenges.
Government’s intervention is also anticipated to ease financial pressure on students, allowing them to focus fully on their studies without the burden of unpaid stipends and fees.