Accra: A growing number of parents and guardians have expressed concerns about the delays in disbursement of the GETFUND Scholarship for local students, raising questions about the accessibility and efficiency of the scholarship program for the needy. The issue has sparked significant discussion on various platforms, with many sharing experiences of unsuccessful attempts to secure the scholarship for deserving recipients.
According to Ghana Web, three stories stand out, two of which come from senior members of the Ghana Association of Writers. These narratives have brought together a group of parents who, despite securing the scholarship for their wards, are still awaiting the first disbursement. The delay is particularly troubling as students enrolled in local institutions have yet to receive any financial support, even as they progress into the second semester of their second year.
The frustration mounts as those granted scholarships for overseas studies in the UK and US have had their fees paid promptly, including travel expenses. This disparity has left many questioning the priorities of the Scholarship Secretariat, especially when local students face financial burdens without the anticipated support. Efforts to access the "No Fees Stress Refund" further compound the issue, as scholarship recipients have been excluded from this relief despite not receiving funds.
The situation has prompted daily inquiries from concerned parents, who find themselves in a dilemma over how to proceed. They face administrative challenges, such as universities demanding payment of fees despite scholarship letters, adding to their distress. The collective sentiment remains one of uncertainty and dissatisfaction, as the group seeks answers to a pressing question: "Did we go, or did we come?" The struggle continues as they navigate the complexities of the scholarship system and advocate for timely financial assistance for their wards.