The Concerned Students’ Movement of the University of Ghana has announced plans to stage a protest on Monday, November 2, over a 26% increase in accommodation fees at university halls and facilities managed by the University of Ghana Enterprise Limited (UGEL).

The group is demanding a reduction in the revised fees, refunds for students who have already paid the increased charges, and greater transparency in decisions affecting accommodation costs.

Speaking to Accra-based Citi FM, a member of the movement, Ishmael Oduro-Acheampong, said the group was engaging the Dean of Students’ Affairs and other university authorities in an effort to address its concerns ahead of the planned demonstration.

He described the new accommodation charges as excessive, arguing that some fees had risen sharply within just two semesters.

“Just two semesters ago, the facility where students were paying about GH₵3,000 and GH₵4,000 now is being priced around GH₵8,000,” he said.

Oduro-Acheampong also questioned the process through which the increases were determined, insisting that students should be consulted and provided with clear explanations before new charges are introduced.

He further argued that accommodation fees should reflect the quality of services provided, warning against charging students premium rates for facilities that do not offer commensurate standards.

The movement is also demanding greater accountability from the University of Ghana Students’ Representative Council (SRC), particularly in its handling of issues affecting students.

Oduro-Acheampong said the group expected university authorities to justify the increases and demonstrate how the revised fees corresponded with the quality of services available to residents.