Impending BECE in limbo as WAEC laments financial constraints

The West Africa Examination Council (WAEC) has warned that the upcoming Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) in July 2024 may be canceled due to severe funding shortages.

Despite needing ₵95,837,306, the government has only provided ₵2,284,618, leaving a shortfall of ₵93,552,688.

WAEC's Director of Public Affairs, John Kapi, stressed the urgency of the situation on Joy FM, urging immediate financial support.

The Education Committee in parliament has called for a meeting with key ministers to address the funding crisis. Persistent inflation has further strained the education sector, underscoring the need for swift government action.