Africa Education Watch Calls for Policy Reforms to Prevent Expired Food Distribution in Senior High Schools

The Africa Education Watch is calling for comprehensive policy reforms to improve food distribution systems in Senior High Schools across the country. This advocacy follows troubling reports of expired rice being supplied to some schools earlier this year, sparking widespread concern among stakeholders in the education sector.

Kofi Asare, the Executive Director of Africa Education Watch, emphasized the urgent need for policy interventions to address these challenges and prevent future occurrences.

He noted that the current food distribution framework lacks the necessary safeguards to ensure quality and accountability, leaving students at risk of consuming substandard or unsafe food.

“This issue is not just about expired rice; it is a reflection of systemic inefficiencies in our food supply chain for schools.

To protect the health and welfare of our students, there must be stricter oversight, better coordination among suppliers, and robust quality assurance measures at every stage of the process,” Mr. Asare stated.

Africa Education Watch is advocating for the implementation of stringent monitoring systems and regular audits of food supplies to schools.

Additionally, the organization suggests that the government establish clear penalties for suppliers who fail to meet safety standards, as well as invest in training programs for school officials to better manage and monitor food distribution.

The call for reform has gained traction among parents, educators, and civil society groups, who have expressed alarm over the potential health risks posed by expired or low-quality food.

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Story by: Osei Akoto (Teacher Kojo) #Ahotoronline.com/oseiakotor1@gmail.com