Student leaders at the University of Ghana say they have taken concrete steps to resolve concerns surrounding the proposed increase in the Students’ Development Levy, assuring the public that the process has followed dialogue and democratic approval.
The Students’ Representative Council (SRC)and the Graduate Students’ Association of Ghana (GRASAG) disclosed that a formal letter has been submitted to the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, seeking approval for the revised levy amounts agreed during a consultative meeting held earlier this month.
The announcement was contained in a joint press release dated January 16 and signed by SRC President Richmond Ofori Larbi and GRASAG President Sadick Abubakari.
The meeting, which focused on fees for the 2025 and 2026 academic year, brought together officials from the Ministry of Education, the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission, university management, the University Council and recognised student leadership.
According to the student bodies, several concessions were made during the discussions in order to reach a balanced and affordable outcome.
Under the agreement, the SRC Development Fund Levy was set at GHS200, while the GRASAG Development Fund Levy was fixed at GHS350, both reflecting reduced increments from earlier proposals.
Other outcomes included making the Telecel broadband bundle optional and maintaining SRC dues at GHS50.
“We wish to inform the public that a formal letter has been submitted to the Honourable Minister of Education requesting approval of the Development Levy amounts agreed at the ministerially facilitated consultative meeting held on Thursday, 8 January 2026,” the statement said.
The SRC and GRASAG explained that the levy supports the Students’ Development Fund, which finances projects aimed at improving student welfare, particularly accommodation.
They noted that rising hostel costs have placed growing pressure on students and families, and that funds from the levy are critical to advancing a planned student-owned hostel project.
