Ghanaian Scholars In Hungary Cry Over Delayed Stipend

The members of the Ghana Students Association in Hungary (GASH) are reeling under the current economic challenge posed by the delay in the disbursement of their stipends by the government of Ghana.

The association which includes 215 undergraduates, PhD and MPhil students is battling what they call a “harrowing” situation due to untimely disbursement of stipends and allocation of book allowances.

It said even though the Hungarian government fulfils its part of the scholarship commitment, the government of Ghana has reneged on its portion of the deal, a development it said has impacted students’ academic performance and mental well-being.

The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Association in a statement said efforts to get the government to honour its responsibility have proven futile.

“Repeated appeals, manifested through letters, have been made to all stakeholders in Ghana, but sadly, no response has been received, plunging these promising young individuals into desperation and disillusionment.”

Calling on the government to expedite the processes of releasing the funds, it said, “The timely disbursement of stipends and allocation of book allowances at the start of the academic year is essential to restoring hope, enabling academic success, and fulfilling the dreams of these bright Ghanaian students.”

Source: opemsuo.com /Hajara Fuseini