The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced a delay in the release of the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results due to a payment impasse with the Ministry of Education. The council is awaiting the release of GH¢118 million to facilitate the completion of post-examination processes.
The Delay Explained
Although the marking of essay and practical components was completed on November 29, 2024, the scanning of objective test cards has been stalled due to the breakdown of scanners, which requires funds for repairs ¹. This delay has had a ripple effect on the release of results, prompting WAEC to urge students, parents, and other stakeholders to disregard unofficial dates circulating on social media.
*The Impact on Students and Stakeholders*
The delay has caused frustration among students and stakeholders, with many calling for the Ministry of Education to release the outstanding funds to ensure the smooth conclusion of the examination process. WAEC has assured examination officials and suppliers, who are yet to be paid, that payment will be made as soon as the needed funds are released [1).
*The Way Forward*
The council has appealed to the Ministry of Education to prioritize the release of the outstanding funds to enable the completion of post-examination processes and maintain public confidence in Ghana’s education system ¹. With the provisional results expected to be released between December 9 and December 15, 2024, stakeholders are eagerly awaiting the resolution of this impasse.
Source: Africa Publicity
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