Michael Blankson has opened up about the financial burden of running his free school in Ghana, revealing that he did not anticipate the long-term costs.
“When I first built the school, it felt like a great idea,” he said in an interview with VladTV. “But after a few years, I realized, damn, this thing is getting expensive.”
Blankson’s school, located in his home village, provides free education to underprivileged children who would otherwise struggle to afford school supplies and uniforms.
He explained that Ghana’s public schools, though available, often fill up quickly, leaving many children without access to education.
“I used to wonder why kids were roaming around during school hours,” he recalled. “Then I found out—if you don’t get into a government school early, you’re just out of luck.”
Determined to make a difference, Blankson invested heavily in the school’s construction and maintenance. However, the financial demands have been overwhelming.
“This isn’t a business. The school doesn’t generate money to sustain itself, so it all comes out of my pocket,” he admitted.
In an effort to create a sustainable funding source, he decided to invest in Ghana’s Euro bonds. Unfortunately, the plan did not yield the expected results, putting further strain on his finances.
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