Free SHS is an Investment Policy – Education Ministry PRO
Free SHS is an investment policy – Education Ministry PRO Kwasi Kwarteng , the Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Education Ministry , has stressed that the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy should be seen as an investment — not merely an expenditure. He explained that maintaining and improving the quality of the policy requires significant resources, much like any other long-term national investment. Yet, many citizens tend to focus only on its financial cost rather than its broader social and economic benefits. Education as a Strategic Investment According to Kwarteng, the Ministry’s focus is on three key pillars — access, quality, and relevance . These, he said, are constantly being reviewed to ensure they contribute meaningfully to Ghana’s development. He pointed out that since the introduction of Free SHS , enrolment rates have increased dramatically. Before the policy, many students dropped out after their first or second year due to financial difficulties. The pro...