Ghana’s Free SHS Policy: Effectiveness, Efficiency and the Way Forward
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Ghana’s Free SHS Policy: Effectiveness, Efficiency and the Way Forward

Overview of the Free SHS Policy The Free Senior High School (FSHS) policy, launched in Ghana in 2017, aims to enhance access to quality secondary education by eliminating the financial barriers that hinder many students from pursuing higher education. This groundbreaking initiative aligns with Ghana’s broader educational reforms, building on earlier policies such as the…

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The Role of NGOs in Ghana’s Education Sector

Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have gained global recognition for their humanitarian services and role as catalysts for change and economic transformation1. NGOs are non-profit, voluntary, and non-partisan social organizations that address societal needs and advance citizens’ civil, economic, social, and cultural rights2. They often operate at the grassroots level. Types of NGOs At present, there are more than…