The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) has called on the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) to adopt modern, real-time technological solutions to tackle the growing menace of examination malpractices in Ghana.
Speaking in an exclusive interview with Adom News, GNAT General Secretary, Thomas Musah, said the rising incidents of cheating during the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) and the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) pose a serious threat to the credibility of the country’s education system.
“It’s time WAEC moves beyond traditional means and invests in real-time monitoring technology that can detect and deter malpractices as they happen,” Mr. Musah stressed.
He proposed the installation of surveillance cameras and other digital monitoring devices in examination centres nationwide. According to him, such interventions would not only check candidates but also hold invigilators accountable, amid growing concerns about their alleged complicity in exam fraud.
“We’re not just dealing with student misconduct; there are also worrying reports about invigilators and supervisors being involved. Technology can be a game-changer if used proactively,” he noted.
This year’s BECE and WASSCE were marred by reports of leaked papers, impersonation, and organised cheating schemes, sparking public outrage and raising questions about the effectiveness of existing security protocols.
Mr. Musah insisted that last-minute crackdowns and post-exam investigations are no longer enough. He urged WAEC to collaborate with the Ghana Education Service (GES), the Ministry of Education, and security agencies to design and deploy digital surveillance systems that operate in real time during exams.
He further appealed to stakeholders, including parents, school heads, and teacher unions, to educate students on the value of integrity in academic work.
“Examinations are meant to assess knowledge, not reward shortcuts. If we don’t act now, we risk breeding a generation that believes in results without effort,” he warned.
GNAT’s appeal adds to mounting pressure on WAEC to reform its operations and align with global best practices in examination management.
Source: Kodwo Mensah Aboroampa
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