The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has officially launched the 98th cycle of the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) grant payments, reaffirming the government’s commitment to protecting Ghana’s most vulnerable citizens.
Speaking at the Ministry’s conference room in Accra on October 9, 2025, Dr. Lartey described the LEAP Programme as a “strong proof” of the government’s determination to reduce vulnerability and promote social inclusion across the nation.
She expressed deep gratitude to President John Dramani Mahama for his leadership and vision, which have ensured sufficient funding for the programme and the passage of the Social Protection Bill into law—a significant achievement that guarantees the rights and welfare of the poor and vulnerable as a national priority.
Dr. Lartey announced that the 98th payment cycle started on October 8, 2025, benefiting 350,580 households and positively impacting over 1.5 million individuals nationwide. Payment amounts for beneficiaries are based on household size, ranging from GH₵320 to GH₵530.
The Minister further highlighted that the programme’s focus goes beyond cash support, introducing new initiatives in human capital development and productive inclusion to empower beneficiaries through training, entrepreneurship, and self-employment opportunities.
To maintain the value of the grants, the Ministry has put in place an indexation policy to adjust LEAP payments according to inflation. Additionally, there are plans to expand coverage to 400,000 households by the end of 2025, in line with President Mahama’s vision of a more inclusive Ghana.
Dr. Lartey also shared that they are working with the Ghana Interbank Payment and Settlement Systems (GhIPSS) to offer various electronic cash-out options, including the Ghana Pay mobile money platform, to enhance financial inclusion and improve access to LEAP funds.
She encouraged all beneficiaries to work together during the current reassessment and data verification processes to guarantee transparency and fairness in selecting beneficiaries.
Dr. Lartey also cautioned against any type of fraud or misconduct in the payment process, urging the public to report such incidents through the Ministry’s official hotlines.
In closing her speech, Dr. Lartey reiterated that with the Social Protection Act in effect and strong leadership in place, Ghana is making steady progress toward a more just and resilient society where “no citizen is left behind.”