The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has initiated steps to disburse cash grants to beneficiaries as part of the 98th cycle of the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) programme.
This development follows the government’s completion of the verification process for data submitted by the Ministry before the release of funds to the targeted groups.
Speaking at a press conference held at the Ministry’s conference room on October 9, the Minister, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, affirmed the government’s full commitment to allocating the necessary funds to the LEAP programme as an effective means of reducing inequalities in society and empowering vulnerable groups to achieve a decent standard of living.
“The John Mahama-led administration is a strong supporter of existing social protection programmes such as the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) and other initiatives under the Ministry of Gender and Social Protection,” Dr. Lartey stated. “Resources have been allocated for onward distribution to approved and audited beneficiaries starting next week. The government’s strong resolve is to empower vulnerable groups to earn and sustain a decent living in a dignified society where the gap between the haves and the have-nots is reduced through active state interventions, in line with global conventions to which Ghana is a signatory.”
Dr. Lartey further explained that the 98th cycle of payments aims to support over 350,000 households, directly benefiting approximately 1.5 million vulnerable individuals identified under the LEAP programme. Beneficiaries will receive cash grants ranging from GHS 320 to GHS 530, depending on household size and eligibility criteria.
“Beginning next week, LEAP beneficiaries across more than 350,000 households—targeting close to 1.5 million people—will begin receiving their cash grants as part of the 98th payment cycle,” she said. “The disbursements will range from GHS 320 per beneficiary household to GHS 530 for households with four or more members, in line with the established payment structure.”
She also emphasised that the government’s support extends beyond financial assistance.
“The government is committed not only to providing cash grants but also to equipping beneficiaries with entrepreneurial and vocational skills to help them supplement their incomes. This approach aims to gradually reduce inequality and promote long-term self-sufficiency among citizens,” Dr. Lartey added.
The Ministry further advised all beneficiaries to transact only with accredited officials and authorized entities during the disbursement period to ensure transparency and security.
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Story by Sika Togoh | univers.ug.edu.gh
Edited by Gabriel Tecco Mensah
