President John Dramani Mahama has reiterated that his government will not cancel the Free Senior High School (SHS) program.
In his State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday, the President assured the public that his administration would work to improve the policy, rather than abolish it.
“Mr Speaker, let me repeat it once again. I, John Dramani Mahama, will not cancel the Free SHS Program. I will rather make it better from the implementation problems that it has been facing,” he stated.
However, Mahama announced that the double-track system will be scrapped, with a focus on infrastructural development to ensure a more effective and efficient education system.
He emphasized his commitment to enhancing the Free SHS program by addressing its shortcomings, implementing reforms, and improving access, quality, and sustainability.
“Our focus is to improve learning conditions, provide adequate resources, and ensure that students receive the best education possible,” he stressed.
The President’s statement has been a relief to many parents and guardians who were concerned about the potential cancellation of the policy, which would have posed a significant financial burden.
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