The government of Ghana on Wednesday pledged to ensure policy alignment in the education sector, making sure that all schools meet the global standards prescribed by the United Nations (UN).
During the WASH in Schools Policy Dialogue and launch of the 2026 child-led sanitation campaign in schools, Deputy Education Minister Clement Apaak said that a conducive learning environment goes beyond classrooms, textbooks, laptops, and qualified teachers but also includes access to clean drinking water, decent toilet facilities, and proper hygiene services.
Apaak said many schools across the country, especially public basic schools, continue to face serious challenges in access to water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities. “This situation affects not only the health of learners, but also their dignity, attendance, and academic performance.”
“I wish to assure you that under the leadership of this government, no new school infrastructure project will be undertaken without the full provision of water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities,” Apaak said.
He said the government would work through ministries, departments, agencies, local government assemblies, and development partners to continue ensuring that every school has access to clean drinking water, decent toilet facilities, and proper hygiene services. Enditem
Source: Xinhua
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