We’ll uncap GETFund to fund ‘No-fees policy’ for level 100 students – Ablakwa
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4 months ago
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MyJoyOnline
The Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has explained that one of the ways by which a future National Democratic Congress (NDC) government would fund the proposed 'No-fees policy' for level 100 university students, is to rely on the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund). This comes after a section of Ghanaians questioned how the 2024 flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama was going to fund the policy if he wins the election. The policy was announced at the launch of the NDC's Youth Manifesto. Related: Level 100 students won't pay fees if I'm elected - Mahama
According to Mr Mahama, this is part of a government initiative to lessen the burden on parents financing the cost of their children's education. Many critics have since cited the economic situation of the country and alleged that the former President was making empty promises to garner votes
But speaking on Joy FM's Newsfile on Saturday, August 17, Mr Ablakwa said the Mahama administration would uncap GETFund to generate additional funds to finance the ambitious policy.