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We cannot overlook your role in Ghana’s developmental agenda – Akufo-Addo to teachers

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has appreciated the excellent contribution of teachers towards the achievement of the country’s educational transformational agenda. “We can never overlook...

Mahama salutes teachers

Former President John Dramani Mahama has commended teachers for their role in shaping lives. In a message to commemorate 2023 Teachers Day, he eulogised...

GTEC suspends accreditation of new programmes for public universities

The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has suspended the processing of new accreditation applications for academic programmes from all public universities, including technical universities,...

We don’t have teacher shortage but distribution challenge – Education Minister

The Minister for Education, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, says contrary to claims that the education sector is facing a teacher shortage, Ghana is one...

2023 NSMQ: Schools gear up for intellectual showdown

The anticipation, suspense and intensity are steadily on the rise as the 2023 National Championship of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) approaches....

GNECC advocates for incentives for rural teachers on International Teachers Day

On the occasion of International Teachers Day, the Ghana National Education Campaign Coalition (GNECC) extends its heartfelt congratulations to the dedicated educators who light...

10,000 teachers certified to work abroad – NTC

The Registrar of the Na­tional Teaching Council, Dr. Christian Addai-Poku, has announced that the high attrition rate in the nation’s education sector poses a...

WAEC awaits funds for marking, release of WASSCE, BECE results

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) says it is expecting the Government to release some funds for the marking and release of results for...

High attrition rate poses danger to the nation’s education – Dr Addai-Poku

The Registrar of the National Teaching Council, Dr Christian Addai-Poku, has announced that the high attrition rate in the nation’s education sector poses a...

Free SHS should be changed – Ishmael Yamson

Economist and corporate management expert, Ishmael Yamson has called for a review of the government’s Free Senior High School (SHS) programme. According to him,...

AGI commends Dr Adutwum for promoting STEM education

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI), Seth Twum Akwaboah, has praised the Education Minister, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum,...

GNAT urges full participation in World Teachers’ Day Celebration

Ghana is set to join the global community on Thursday, October 5, 2023, in commemorating World Teachers' Day—a day dedicated to acknowledging and appreciating...

Free SHS should be selective – Sam George

Member of Parliament for Ningo Prampram, Sam Nartey George says the government’s Free Senior High School (SHS) programme should be selective instead of free...

Nigerians studying in Ghana plead for extension of school fees deadlines

The Ghana chapter of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) is appealing to the management of various tertiary institutions across the country to...

Sad scenes at funeral of KNUST student who died during childbirth

A somber funeral service was held over the weekend for Mrs. Henrietta Ntiako-Antwi, a student of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology...

STEM: Akufo-Addo highlights 25% increase in science student population

President Akufo-Addo, during his address at the 85th-anniversary celebration of Presbyterian Boys' Senior High School (PRESEC) in Legon, emphasized government's commitment to science and...

2nd STEM Road Show to focus on career opportunities

In a continued effort to promote Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education across the nation, government will hold its second STEM Road Show,...

Ntiamoah Foundation reading clubs transform Birim North District into hub of literary excellence

In a quiet corner of the Birim North District, a remarkable transformation is taking place, one page at a time. Thanks to the visionary efforts...

Ghana Communication Technology University unveils visionary strategic plan, statutes

In a momentous address by the Vice-Chancellor of the Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU), Professor Emmanuel Ohene Afoakwa, the university has unveiled its groundbreaking...

Over 400 pupils stranded as rainstorm rips off roof of classroom block

The fate of over 400 pupils of the Manle Dada Basic and African Unity schools in the La Dadekotopon Municipality hangs in the balance...

IGP, POMAB members visit St. John the Evangelist Catholic School

The leadership of the Ghana Police Service on Tuesday paid a visit to the pupils and staff of St. John the Evangelist Catholic School...

Primetime launches 2023 NSMQ

Primetime Limited has launched the 2023 National Championship edition and preliminary stage balloting of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ). The launch forms part...

NAGRAT joins calls for reset of SHS calendar

In a passionate plea to government, the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) has called for a return to the traditional trimester system in...

2024 World University Rankings: UCC remains best university in Ghana, 1st in West Africa

The University of Cape Coast has maintained the first spot as the best university in Ghana and West Africa. That’s according to the 2024 Times...

Teacher unions want SHS calendar reset

Teacher unions are in discussion with the Ghana Education Service (GES) to realign the Senior High School (SHS) calendar with that of the basic...

Agona Kwanyarko community protests renaming of school; issues ultimatum to Education Ministry

Sub-chiefs and residents of Agona Kwanyarko in the Agona East District of the Central region have staged a protest against its chief, Nana Ampem...

GNAPS makes strong case for private schools

The leadership of the Ghana National Association of Private Schools (GNAPS) has raised concerns about certain agencies within the Ministry of Education (MoE) allegedly...

I will review free SHS policy – Alan Kyerematen

Former Trade and Industry Minister, Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen, has declared his intention to review the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy if he is...

Jachie Special Needs Technical Institute receives computers

A German Based Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) Labdoo, has presented some slightly used computers to the Jachie Special Needs Technical Institute at Jachie in the...

GETFund reacts to viral list of scholarships beneficiaries

The Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) has clarified that a list of individuals circulating on social media and thought to be recent beneficiaries of...

Aglow Children’s Centre ignites dreams at graduation ceremony

In a heartwarming and spirited ceremony, the Aglow Children's Centre recently celebrated the graduation of their final-year students on the picturesque premises of the...

Desist from registering JHS 1 and 2 students for BECE – Public school heads warned

The Asante Akyem Central District Education Directorate in the Ashanti region says steps are being taken to stop Junior High School (JHS) students yet...

KNUST resumes in-person graduation after 4 years

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), one of Ghana's premier institutions of higher learning, has announced its eagerly awaited return to in-person...

Limited registration: GES grants SHS students permission to participate

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has granted permission to Senior High School (SHS) students who have attained 18 and above to go home and...

Retain NPP to protect Free SHS – COP Alex Mensah(Rtd)

Retired Commissioner of Police (COP) George Alex Mensah has urged Ghanaians to retain the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in power in the 2024 polls...

Biomedical engineering programmes at KNUST, UG to undergo moderation

An initiative to improve healthcare delivery in Ghana by enhancing the skills of graduates and professionals in the field of Biomedical Engineering (BME) has...

Five T.I Ahmadiyya SHS students arrested for stabbing 12 colleagues

Five students of Gomoa Potsin T.I. Ahmadiyya Senior High School (SHS) have been arrested for their involvement in a violent attack that led to...

Education Ministry urges students to prioritise science in school selection

The Ministry of Education has urged all prospective first-year Senior High School (SHS) students, parents or guardians to prioritise the selection of science courses...

Don’t fail in English and Maths – CSSPS sends SOS message to students

The National Coordinator for the Computerised School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS), Mark Sasu Mensah, has explained how students are graded before being placed...

National Coordinator announces positive changes in School Placement System

The National Coordinator for the Computerised School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS), Mark Sasu Mensah, has given some updates regarding the Senior High School...