Okyeame Kwame calls for free university education for farmers’ children
Ghanaian musician Okyeame Kwame has called on the government to make tertiary education free for children of farmers to encourage agricultural production and support the sector.
Ghanaian rapper Okyeame Kwame has urged the government to provide free tertiary education for children of farmers, in a bid to boost agricultural production and the sector. Speaking on Hitz FM’s morning show Daybreak Hitz on October 12, 2026, Kwame argued that such a policy would motivate farmers to continue producing food for the nation and inspire their children to pursue careers in agriculture.
The musician recalled that farmers once benefited from a scholarship scheme, and expressed concern that free primary and secondary education had replaced it. He highlighted the need to encourage farmers to raise their children to become farmers, as the sector is crucial to the economy, education, and healthcare. Kwame revealed that if he were the President, he would implement the proposal to ensure farmers' children can access higher education, acquire knowledge and technology, and contribute to the sector's growth.
Notably, Kwame has been active in various campaigns, including those centered on climate change, Made in Ghana products, and Hepatitis B screening. His latest single, Big Up, features reggae and dancehall artist Jah Lead and advocates for appreciation of individuals who significantly contribute to society, including farmers.
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