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The Rent Control Department is taking a firm stance against alleged exploitation by hostel operators, promising direct action and new initiatives to

Ghana's Rent Control Department is intensifying efforts against hostel operators accused of exploiting students and other tenants. This move signals

Hostel owners are pushing back against the Rent Control Department's efforts to regulate their fees, sparking a debate over legal jurisdiction.

The Hostel Owners Association of Ghana is challenging the legal authority of the Rent Control Department's campaign against private student hostels

SNNIT is facing criticism over hostel fees - but what's driving the Acting Rent Commissioner's outrage?

The Acting Rent Commissioner has taken aim at SNNIT over hostel charges at the University of Ghana's Pentagon Hostel. He suggests the fees are exploitative - but what could this mean for students?

Hostel operators have been warned! The Rent Control Department is coming for those operating illegally - but why now?

The Rent Commissioner is concerned about the state of tertiary institution hostels - citing unacceptable conditions and pricing. A nationwide compliance exercise is underway, but what could this mean for students?

Why is a key state agency struggling to function with what it calls shocking financial support?

The acting Commissioner of the Rent Control Department has raised concerns over its operational funding.

Will controlling hostel rents solve the accommodation challenges on our campuses - or make things worse?

Ghanaian universities are struggling to provide residential accommodation for students, despite private sector investments- a challenge that has sparked public discourse. The acting Rent Commissioner's accusations of exploitation have elevated the issue, potentially instigating a policy response from the government.

Inspections of student hostels by the Rent Commissioner have uncovered shocking conditions, prompting questions about licensing and monitoring.

Rent Commissioner Frederick Opoku has voiced serious concerns regarding the appalling conditions at some private university student hostels in

Why is the Rent Commissioner calling for SSNIT to bow its head in shame over University of Ghana hostel fees?

Rent Commissioner Frederick Opoku has voiced concerns about the high hostel fees at the University of Ghana. He singled out SSNIT's Pentagon Hostel, claiming the costs exploit students- raising questions about accessibility.

With hostel fees soaring, could pension funds be the surprising solution to Ghana's university accommodation crisis?

Frederick Opoku is touring hostels and raising concerns about costs- student accommodation is becoming a national headache. Hostel fees are rising beyond the reach of ordinary families, affecting access to higher education.

A war of words has erupted between Ghana Hostels Limited and the Rent Commissioner - but what sparked the controversy?

Ghana Hostels Limited (GHL) and the Acting Rent Commissioner are in disagreement over comments made about rent charges at the Pentagon Hostel. The company is demanding an apology, raising questions about student welfare and fair pricing.

A new report from the Auditor-General reveals a dramatic surge in financial irregularities across government MDAs. What does this mean for public

Ghana's Auditor-General has released a report on financial irregularities within Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) for 2025. The findings

A Rent Commissioner says landlords have the right to enter tenants' rooms - find out the reason why.

Rent Commissioner Frederick Opoku says landlords have certain rights when it comes to their tenants. Landlords want access to rooms for inspection - but the reason why this is so important may surprise you.

A Rent Commissioner insists on property assessment before rent charges - but why is this suddenly so important?

Acting Rent Commissioner Frederick Opoku says landlords cannot impose arbitrary rent charges without property assessment. He insists the law requires assessment, hinting at growing concerns over rental market practices - but what will change?