Some traders from Agona Swedru in Ghana's Central Region have voiced their frustrations over the government's Free Senior High School (SHS) policy, claiming it has not delivered the expected benefits for students and their families.
Introduced in 2017 by the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) government, the Free SHS policy was designed to cover the educational costs of second-cycle institutions, ensuring that students could attend school without fees.
The government has hailed it as one of its most impactful initiatives.
However, traders in Agona Swedru argue that despite the policy's promise, they are still forced to bear additional costs to ensure their children receive a quality education.