The Coalition of Concerned Nurses and Midwives Trainees in Ghana has expressed disappointment and frustration over the government’s failure to pay outstanding allowances, leaving hundreds of students in financial distress. Apexnewsgh reports
Despite assurances from Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the government still owes trainees 22 months of arrears.
Final-year students are facing significant financial difficulties, with over 100 students facing expulsion from exam halls due to unpaid fees. The Coalition has highlighted the unacceptable situation where trainee nurses and midwives are now required to pay fees ranging from GHC 50.00 to GHC 150.00 for clinical charges before undertaking mandatory clinical experiences in public health facilities.
Hospitals are demanding cash payments from trainees for consumables like gloves, sanitizers, and pens, which were previously provided. This new financial burden has pushed students to the brink, forcing them to choose between their education and basic needs.
The trainees are urging the government to reconsider the proposed Clinical Service Allowance, equivalent to 50% of the current trainee allowance, and to settle all outstanding allowances immediately. They also demand that the government absorb the cost of consumables and accommodations for trainees during their clinicals and implement the long-proposed Clinical Risk Allowance.
The Coalition emphasizes that trainees provide their services to the nation free of charge, despite the risks and infections they face, and therefore should not be burdened with these extra charges and consumables. They call on the government, through the Ministry of Health, to fulfill its promise and sanction the payment of trainees’ allowances.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
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