SLTF@20: Students invited to create official anniversary anthem in nationwide contest
The Student Loan Trust Fund (SLTF) has launched a nationwide song competition inviting tertiary students across Ghana to create an official anthem for its 20th anniversary celebrations. According to Dr Saajida Shiraz, Chief Executive Officer of the SLTF, the winning entry will be adopted as the official anthem for the SLTF @20 celebrations. She said, "We are announcing this competition for all students enrolled in tertiary institutions in Ghana, either as an individual or in collaboration, to produce a danceable track of 4 mins that tells the SLTF story and the no-fee stress initiative."
Dr. Shiraz highlighted that interest rates on student loans have been reduced from 12 per cent to 6 per cent, while loan amounts have also been increased by 50 per cent. She also revealed that Ghana School of Law students have been included under the Student Loan Plus initiative, with about 600 law students benefiting from full fee coverage. Rashid Ibrahim, the National President of the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS), welcomed the interventions, describing them as helpful in reducing the financial burden on students despite delays in loan disbursement.
Three entries will be selected to perform at the grand SLTF @20 concert, with production support from dancehall artiste Shatta Wale. Winners of the competition will receive mentorship support from Shatta Wale. The process will include public voting, with shortlisted entries proceeding to a final concert.
Quick Summary
The Student Loan Trust Fund (SLTF) is engaging tertiary students across Ghana in a unique way. As part of its 20th-anniversary celebrations, the SLTF is inviting students to showcase their musical talents- but what's at stake?
Summary - read the full story for complete context.
Image: MyJoyOnline
GhanaFront aggregates news from trusted sources. Click to read the original article.
Keywords
Explore related tagsMore from MyJoyOnline
Related Stories
More from Education
Sekondi College beats Bompeh SHTS and Annor Adjaye SHS to qualify for 2026 NSMQ Championship
Sekondi College's journey through the NSMQ Western Regional Qualifiers showcased a remarkable display of academic prowess, leaving many to wonder
1d ago•2 min read
2026 BECE: Steps to check and print your results online
Discover the essential steps to check and print your 2026 BECE results online, ensuring you avoid common pitfalls and scams.
11h ago•2 min read
WAEC releases 2026 BECE results; cancels and withholds some results over malpractice
WAEC's latest BECE results announcement includes measures taken against candidates, sparking questions about the examination's integrity.
11h ago•2 min read
Small feet, busy roads: Why Ghana is failing its children every school morning
Despite constitutional provisions and dedicated acts, why are so many Ghanaian children still exposed to daily physical hazards on their way to
1d ago•4 min read
