President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy, stressing that it has not only been preserved but significantly strengthened under his administration.
Speaking at his first media encounter in Accra on Wednesday, September 10, the President dismissed what he described as “widespread misinformation” circulated before the December 7, 2024, elections.
“Contrary to the widespread misinformation that was circulated before December 7, 2024, the Free SHS has not only been maintained. We’ve made the highest budget allocation in the history of the policy as of now,” Mr. Mahama said.
He disclosed that government has allocated GHS 3.5 billion to the Free SHS programme this year — the largest investment since its inception — signaling a renewed focus on strengthening access to education.
Turning to the health sector, the President announced a 13.4% increase in the national health budget, which will rise from GHS 15.6 billion to GHS 17.8 billion in 2025.
“This bold step reflects our recognition to strengthen Ghana’s healthcare system in the face of both domestic demands and global health risks,” he stated.
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