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Ghana's Flagship Social Protection Programme

Empowering Lives,
Reducing Poverty
Across Ghana

LEAP — Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty — is a cash transfer programme under the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, reaching over 1.4 million individuals nationwide.

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Eligible households receive GH₵64 – GH₵106 every 2 months See payment details
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350K+
Households Reached
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216
Districts Covered
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400K
New Households Enrolled
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65%
Food Security Improved
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2008
Year Established
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0
Individuals Covered
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0
MMDAs Nationwide
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0
Female Beneficiaries
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0
School Enrollment Increase
LEAP beneficiaries receiving cash transfer
17+
Years of Impact
About LEAP

Ghana's Flagship Cash Transfer Programme

The Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) programme was established under Ghana's Growth and Poverty Reduction Strategy II (GPRS II). It provides cash grants to extremely poor and vulnerable households to help them meet their basic needs and build their capacity for self-reliance.

Since its first disbursement in March 2008 to 1,654 pilot households across 21 districts, LEAP has grown to serve over 1.4 million individuals across all 216 Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies in Ghana.

💰 Cash Transfers

Bi-monthly payments of GH₵64–106 per household

🏥 NHIS Coverage

Free National Health Insurance for all beneficiaries

📚 Education

Co-responsibility to enroll children in school

📲 E-Payments

Secure biometric verification via e-zwich/GhIPSS

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Our Leadership

The People Behind LEAP

Committed public servants driving Ghana's flagship social protection programme with vision, accountability, and compassion.

Mr Myles Ongoh
Minister, MoGCSP

Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey (MP)

Ministry of Gender, Children & Social Protection

Providing political oversight and strategic direction for Ghana's social protection agenda, including the LEAP Programme reset and enrolment of 400,000 new households.

Mr Myles Ongoh
Chief Director, MoGCSP

Marian W.A. Kpakpah (PhD)

Ministry of Gender, Children & Social Protection

Leading the administrative and technical direction of MoGCSP, ensuring effective coordination and implementation of social protection policies across Ghana.

Mr Myles Ongoh
Head of Secretariat

Myles Ongoh (PhD)

LEAP Management Secretariat

Over 20 years of social work experience, leading the day-to-day operations of the LEAP Secretariat across all 216 MMDAs and coordinating with national and district-level structures.

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Programme Coverage

Who LEAP Serves

LEAP targets the most vulnerable members of society, providing financial support to four key demographic groups.

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Aged 65+

Elderly persons aged 65 and above without productive capacity or household support receive bi-monthly cash grants.

27% of beneficiaries
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Severely Disabled

Individuals with severe disabilities who lack productive capacity and reliable care receive consistent financial support.

17% of beneficiaries
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Orphans & Vulnerable Children

Households caring for orphaned and vulnerable children (OVC) receive support to ensure children's welfare and schooling.

45% of beneficiaries
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Pregnant Women & Infants

Extremely poor households with pregnant women or nursing mothers (0–18 months) qualify for LEAP support.

11% of beneficiaries
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Our Impact

Measurable Change in Communities

Independent evaluations confirm LEAP's significant positive effect on beneficiary households.

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65%
Reported increased food security
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12%
Increase in school enrolment
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62%
Purchased agricultural fertilizers
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63%
Invested in economic activities
Latest Updates

News & Announcements

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LEAP Payment Cycle Payment
February 11, 2026

LEAP Completes 100th Cycle of Cash Payments to Beneficiaries

LEAP reaches a historic milestone as the programme completes its 100th payment cycle, disbursing GH₵320–530 to eligible households across all 216 MMDAs.

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Case Management Training Training
January 2026

Case Management Officers Trained on Enhanced Beneficiary Support

LEAP Management Secretariat completes regional training for Case Management Officers to improve support for vulnerable beneficiary households.

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Gender Ministry Policy
December 2025

Ministry of Gender Approves Expansion of Emergency LEAP Programme

The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection approves expanded coverage for households affected by floods and drought across northern Ghana.

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Success Stories

Lives Changed by LEAP

Real stories from real beneficiaries whose lives have been transformed through the LEAP programme.

Aneba Awumtumyiga
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Aneba Awumtumyiga

LEAP Beneficiary, Northern Ghana

Despite living with severe disability, Aneba used her LEAP grant to enroll as a dressmaking apprentice, gaining skills and income that now support her entire household.

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Zinabu Sumaila
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Zinabu Sumaila

Ninkogo, Pusiga District

Zinabu invested her LEAP grants into establishing a small pig farm. Today, her farm provides steady income and food security for her family throughout the year.

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Awenemi Apogyanga
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Awenemi Apogyanga

LEAP Beneficiary, Ghana

Awenemi transformed her LEAP cash transfer into a thriving small business, now producing and selling local products that generate sustainable income for her family.

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Payment Structure

How Much Can Beneficiaries Receive?

LEAP cash grants are paid every two months through the e-zwich platform using biometric verification via GhIPSS, directly to beneficiaries across all 216 districts.

1 Member
GH₵64
per cycle
2 Members
GH₵76
per cycle
Most Common
3 Members
GH₵88
per cycle
4+ Members
GH₵106
per cycle
Bi-Monthly Paid every 2 months
Biometric Verified Via e-zwich / GhIPSS
100th Cycle GH₵320–530 per household
216 Districts Nationwide coverage
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Partners

Our Development Partners

LEAP is supported by leading international development organisations committed to poverty reduction in Ghana.

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Have Questions About LEAP?

Our team is ready to assist with enquiries about eligibility, payments, grievances, or partnership opportunities. Reach us through our toll-free helpline or contact form.

Contact Us 0800 800 800 (Toll Free)