Majority Leader: Government Initiating New Universities to Enhance Higher Education Accessibility

The government of Ghana is taking significant strides towards broadening access to quality education by establishing new universities, according to the Majority Leader and Member of Parliament for Effutu, Alexander Afeyo Markin.

These new institutions, situated in Mampong, Akrodie, Bunso, and Kintampo, are poised to elevate teacher education standards and enhance overall tertiary education quality in the country.

Speaking at an event hosted by Bradford University, Markin highlighted the government’s commitment to expanding higher education accessibility.

He stated, “Our government is working diligently to increase access to higher education by establishing new universities and improving funding mechanisms for students. Specifically, we are setting up new universities in Mampong, Akrodie, Bunso, and Kintampo. These initiatives are part of a broader strategy to enhance the quality of teacher education and tertiary education across Ghana.”

Markin further elaborated on the government’s efforts to revise funding arrangements for students, particularly through the “No Guarantor” policy under the Student Loan Trust Fund.

This policy aims to alleviate financial constraints for students, particularly those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, by eliminating the need for a guarantor.

Markin added that the government’s objective to achieve a 40% Gross Tertiary Enrollment Ratio by 2030, alongside adjusting the science-to-humanities ratio to 60:40, in alignment with the Education Strategic Plan 2018-2030.

“These endeavors are in line with our goals to attain a 40% Gross Tertiary Enrollment Ratio by 2030 and to rebalance the science-to-humanities ratio to 60:40, as outlined in the Education Strategic Plan 2018-2030,” Markin affirmed.

He emphasized that the establishment of new universities and the implementation of supportive financial mechanisms signify the government’s dedication to enhancing tertiary education quality, accessibility, and relevance in Ghana.

Markin concluded by reaffirming the government’s commitment to nurturing a skilled workforce capable of driving Ghana’s economic and social advancement. He emphasized ongoing initiatives aimed at addressing challenges in access, equity, and quality, as well as preparing graduates for global employment opportunities.

“Our aim is to cultivate a generation equipped to propel Ghana’s economic and social progress. Acknowledging challenges in access, equity, and quality, we are undertaking initiatives to elevate our tertiary education system. This includes enhancing teacher education, fostering international collaborations, and equipping graduates for the global job market,” Markin concluded.