The government’s initiative to cover academic fees for first-year students at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has sparked diverse reactions among beneficiaries. While many students celebrated the relief it brings, others questioned its long-term sustainability and equity, suggesting better targeting for underprivileged students.
“This initiative reduces the financial burden on families, especially in these tough times. It will allow me to focus on my studies without the immediate worry of tuition fees,” one student expressed. However, criticism arose regarding the refund policy for students who had already paid their fees.
Some argued that those funds could be redirected to support continuing students or other critical needs. The government should instead focus on helping students who genuinely cannot pay or extend the support to second-year students,” another student suggested.
The fee coverage initiative stems from a campaign promise by the President John Dramani Mahama, who vowed to fund the tuition of all first-year tertiary students if re-elected. As the policy continues to unfold, some students are calling for adjustments to ensure fairness and sustainability, pointing out that while it provides short-term relief, a more structured approach might benefit the broader student population in the long term.
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