General News of Tuesday, 9 September 2025

Source: www.ghanaweb.com

Students Loan Trust Fund signs MoU to enhance welfare of Ghanaian students

Officials of the Students Loan Trust Fund and AccessPlus at the signing of the MoU Officials of the Students Loan Trust Fund and AccessPlus at the signing of the MoU

The Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AccessPlus Communications Limited to enhance the welfare of Ghanaian tertiary students.

Speaking at the signing event on September 9, 2025, the Chief Executive Officer of the SLTF, Dr Saajida Shiraz, said the partnership with AccessPlus forms part of the Fund’s broader efforts to explore ventures that improve the lives of Ghanaian students.

She explained that the agreement would enable students to access essential goods and services needed for their studies through the use of technology.

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“It is my pleasure to be gathered here with you today to witness the signing of this Memorandum of Understanding between AccessPlus and the Students Loan Trust Fund. This partnership aims to explore technological solutions, identity management systems, and secure payment solutions to enhance the welfare and educational experience of Ghanaian tertiary students.

“This collaboration represents a crucial step forward in our shared commitment to enhancing student welfare and education. Through this partnership, we will leverage the Kampus Discount Platform and the Smart Tertiary Student ID Card Initiative, connecting students to discounted goods and services from affiliated merchants. These tools will provide access to exclusive discounts, essential services, and targeted welfare interventions, promoting affordability, inclusion, dignity, and empowerment,” she said.

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She added, “We aim to provide not only direct financial support but also facilitate support from partners to tertiary students.”

The Chief Executive Officer of SLTF commended AccessPlus for their commitment to the agreement, noting that their role would “transform tertiary education financing in Ghana.”

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