Ghanaian Students in Hungary Cry for Help Over 11-Month Unpaid Stipends as they call on government to rescue them from undue hardship.
Ghanaian students studying in Hungary are appealing urgently to the Government of Ghana for intervention, as they continue to face severe hardships due to the non-payment of their stipends for the past eleven months. These students, who include undergraduates, master’s, and PhD candidates, are grappling with extreme financial strain, and their education and well-being hang in the balance. Book allowances, which have not been paid for two academic years, have only deepened the crisis, making it increasingly difficult for students to thrive academically and personally.
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Despite multiple attempts by student leaders to engage the Ghana Scholarships Secretariat for resolution, the response from authorities has been minimal, leaving students in a state of uncertainty and despair. Without stipends, many cannot afford basic necessities such as rent, utilities, and food. Some have been forced to live in unstable conditions, facing threats of eviction and even homelessness in a foreign land.
The academic impact of the situation is equally alarming. Students report serious difficulties in purchasing textbooks and essential materials for coursework and research. The lack of academic resources, coupled with daily financial stress, is compromising their performance and risking their progression. Many students now fear falling behind or being unable to complete their studies.
Beyond academics, the emotional and psychological toll has been devastating. The constant pressure of surviving without support has triggered anxiety, depression, and emotional exhaustion among many of the affected students. This has also had a ripple effect on their physical health, as financial constraints force them to make unhealthy compromises on food and healthcare.
With growing debts and no financial relief in sight, some students are now contemplating dropping out of school altogether—an outcome that would not only shatter their personal dreams but also represent a significant loss to Ghana’s future workforce. The students are therefore calling on the government to act swiftly and decisively to resolve the crisis and restore their hope in a brighter future.
