By Emmanuel Bamfo 
Parents and guardians across Ghana can finally exhale as management of the Ghana TVET Service cracks down hard on illegal school fees. School heads attempting to squeeze extra cash from unsuspecting families are facing clear warnings as government enforces strict compliance with the national Free TVET Policy.
In an official public notice issued on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, the Ghana TVET Service cautioned all heads of public technical and vocational institutions against charging unapproved fees. Management firmly reminded school leaders that no student or parent should pay a single coin that lacks formal approval from the Ministry of Education.
The Free TVET Policy stands as a major pillar in government’s agenda to equip Ghanaian youth with practical, market-ready skills. Imposing illegal payments creates unfair barriers for brilliant young individuals from low-income households who simply want to learn a trade.
The warning targets tricky add-ons that some administrators routinely slip into admission packages. Unapproved demands like mandatory bedsheet payments, fashion practical levies, unauthorized PTA dues, and protocol boarding charges remain completely banned across all public technical institutions.
This strong warning follows previous decisive sanctions where the TVET Service suspended three institute heads in Central, Bono, and Greater Accra regions over extortion allegations. Setting up independent investigative committees proves that authority figures will not overlook administrative dishonesty.
Regional Directors continue monitoring school admissions directly to guarantee complete transparency. Protecting public trust ensures that taxpayers’ funds supporting technical education actually benefit the young students sitting in classrooms.
Management encourages parents and guardians to stay vigilant and demand official, fully vetted receipts for any legitimate operational items. If any school administrator demands cash for illegal admission slots or unapproved items, families should report the incident directly to regional TVET offices.
Ghana’s drive toward industrialization relies heavily on strong technical skills, and keeping TVET education accessible remains essential. With strict monitoring now in place, parents can focus on supporting their children’s education without worrying about sudden, illegal financial demands.
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Source: Ghana News Page