135,347 ‘Because We Care’ education grants.
THE Ministry of Education has reported that the distribution of the ‘Because We Care’ $10,000 cash grant has concluded in most of the administrative regions. Distribution to eight locations in the hinterland and riverine communities has been delayed due to inclement weather among other minor unforeseen circumstances. Distribution to these areas is expected to be completed by Thursday, December 4.
As of November 25, 2014, the Ministry has recorded a total of 135,347 ‘Because we Care’ $10,000 cash grant vouchers have been distributed. According to Western Union, on Sunday, November 23, 2014, their records indicate that a total of 131,075 vouchers have been encashed at their locations.
Meanwhile, in the areas where only cash was distributed, the Ministry has reported that it has distributed more than $277 M.