A cultural advocate, Thomas Kukula, has called on the government to subsidize fees for native language courses in higher education institutions to boost student interest and promote the preservation of local cultures.
Speaking on Voices of Change on Mike 105.3 FM on February 28, 2026, Kukula said reducing the cost of studying native languages at tertiary institutions would encourage more students to enroll in such programmes.
According to him, making these courses more affordable would help protect Ghana’s rich linguistic heritage while strengthening national identity and community bonds.
“By making these courses more affordable, more students will study and promote our rich linguistic heritage, ultimately strengthening national identity and community connections,” he said.
Kukula explained that language plays a crucial role in communication, expressing thoughts, building relationships, and facilitating everyday transactions.
He emphasized that every language is valuable and encouraged people to take pride in speaking their native languages instead of shying away from them.
The cultural advocate also noted that being multilingual enables individuals to interact more effectively, conduct transactions confidently, and avoid misunderstandings.
He cautioned against relying solely on interpreters, saying they may not always accurately convey a person’s thoughts or intentions during communication or transactions.
Kukula added that language has the power to either create conflict through miscommunication or foster trust and peace when used properly.
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