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Education Minister raises alarm over students using government iPads to access pornography

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has raised serious concern over reports that some senior high school students are using government-issued digital tablets to access pornographic...

Shamima Muslim calls for dialogue and historical awareness in mission schools debate

Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Shamima Muslim has called for calm and respectful dialogue on religious rights in mission schools, emphasising the importance of understanding Ghana’s...

Constitutional rights take precedence over school choice, says Kofi Asare

The right to choose a school cannot override constitutionally guaranteed rights, Africa Education Watch Executive Director Kofi Asare has said. Speaking on Joy News’ PM...

Education Minister pledges major reforms for special needs education

The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced plans for a sweeping overhaul of funding for special needs education in Ghana, assuring stronger financial...

50,000 students stranded as CETAG strike shuts down 46 Colleges

A deepening industrial standoff has paralysed academic activities across Ghana’s teacher education sector, with the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) declaring...

University of Ghana debunks claims of LGBTQ+ endorsement in revised statutes

The University of Ghana has firmly denied claims that it amended its statutes to support or encourage LGBTQ+ activities, describing the allegations as baseless...

Ministry of Education delivers 3,000 mono desks to Labone SHS to address furniture shortage

The Ministry of Education has confirmed the delivery of more than 3,000 mono desks to Labone Senior High School in Accra on Monday, November...

CETAG declares indefinite strike

The Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) has announced an indefinite strike, citing the government’s failure to implement the National Labour Commission...

Kenyasi Islamic Basic School to get new toilet facilities

Aloman Limited has begun work on a new modern toilet facility for Islamic Basic School in Kenyasi No. 2 in the Ahafo Region. This forms...

University of Ghana reacts to Prof. Gyampo and Dr. Domfe’s recent altercation

The University of Ghana says it has initiated internal procedures to address the recent public confrontation between two of its senior academics, Prof. Ransford...

Tatale-Sanguli DCE vows to end floor learning, pushes major education improvements

The District Chief Executive for Tatale-Sanguli, Mary Tagba, has reaffirmed her commitment to prioritizing education in the district, assuring residents that no child will...

Education Minister announces free education for all special needs learners from 2026

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has unveiled an ambitious plan to expand government support for learners with special needs nationwide, including a proposal to introduce...

Government to upgrade Mankraso SHS after outstanding NSMQ performance

The government has announced a major upgrade for Mankraso Senior High School following the school’s impressive performance in the recently concluded National Science and...

Gov’t to recruit 6,100 teachers from 2023 cohort – Education Minister

Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has addressed the peaceful demonstration by unposted teachers who took to the streets on Wednesday, calling for immediate postings. Speaking...

Government to provide 50,000 housing units for teachers – Education Minister

The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has reaffirmed government’s dedication to fulfilling President Mahama’s pledge to improve teacher welfare through the provision of adequate...

GETFund clears arrears owed Students Loan Trust Fund

The Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) has cleared all outstanding legacy arrears owed the Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF), covering the period 2017 to...

Eduwatch urges mandatory warranty on school desks to guarantee quality

The education advocacy group Africa Education Watch (Eduwatch) has urged the Ministry of Local Government and the Ministry of Education to enforce a minimum...

Signatories lack mandate – TEWU-GH National Secretariat on letter from 7 local chairmen

The National Secretariat of the Teachers and Educational Workers’ Union – Ghana (TEWU-GH) has dismissed a letter circulating on social media and allegedly endorsed...

NaCCA Deputy Director makes U-turn, apologises after insisting he would continue using “invalid Dr” title

The Acting Deputy Director-General of the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA), Justice Ray Achoanya Ayam, has withdrawn his earlier threat to disregard...

What you need to check your WASSCE result online: Step by step

The West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) is a defining academic journey that thousands of students undertake each year. After the exams, the West...

KsTU hosts transformative 2-day workshop to advance women in leadership and work–life balance

Kumasi Technical University (KsTU), through the Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor and in collaboration with the Gender Inclusion and Vulnerability Office of KNUST, has...

Concerned lecturers call for independent review of Prof. Ahmed Jinapor’s promotion at UEW

A group of concerned lecturers from public universities in Ghana has called on the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, to urgently commission an independent...

Kenyasi-Muoho Anglican JHS pupils raise alarm over poor facilities

Pupils of Kenyasi-Muoho Anglican Junior High School (JHS) in Gambia No. 2, Ahafo Region, have raised concerns about the lack of adequate facilities to...

Abuakwa South MP launches 2025 Akosua Agyeiwaa Memorial Teacher Awards

The Office of the Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South, in partnership with the Municipal Education Directorate, has opened nominations for the 2025 edition...

2026 budget: Gov’t to upgrade SHSs nationwide under new education programme

The government has unveiled an ambitious plan to upgrade and expand senior high schools (SHSs) nationwide, focusing on infrastructure improvements and enhanced learning environments. Finance...

2026 Budget: Gov’t to end double-track system

The Government of Ghana has announced plans to end the double-track system in all senior high schools (SHSs) as part of a national initiative...

How Adutwum’s kindness helped young man achieve dream to become medical doctor

In an inspiring display of compassion and dedication to empowering the next generation, the Member of Parliament for Bosomtwe constituency and New Patriotic Party...

GES suspends implementation of PTA Guidelines

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has suspended the implementation of the Parent-Teacher-Association (PTA) Guidelines, including the collection of levies. “The management of the Ghana Education...

1985 Year Group of Kumasi Academy donates PA System to alma mater

The 1985 Year Group of Kumasi Academy (KUMACA) has donated a brand-new public address (PA) system to their alma mater as part of activities...

Ghanaian Students Association in Hungary meet Scholarship Registrar

The leadership of the Ghanaian Students Association in Hungary has paid a courtesy call on the Registrar of Scholarships, Alex Asafo Agyei, to commend...

Challenged Foundation urges accessible education for persons with disabilities in Ghana

The Challenged Foundation has launched a nationwide petition urging the Government of Ghana to enforce existing accessibility laws and ensure that persons with disabilities...

Student Loan Trust Fund increases students’ loan by 50%

The Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF) has increased the loan amounts disbursed to regular students by 50 per cent. Consequently, loan amounts now range from...

GES trains Greater Accra Guidance And Counseling Coordinators to strengthen school counseling services

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has launched a comprehensive in-service training programme for Guidance and Counseling Coordinators in the Greater Accra Region, aimed at...

New teacher management information system to transform development – Education Minister

In a major step toward transforming teacher management and professional development in Ghana, the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced the introduction of...

Over GH₵5m needed to clear outstanding fees for UK PhD students – Cohort President

The President of the government-sponsored PhD students in the United Kingdom, Prince Komla Bansah, has revealed that more than GH₵5.7 million is urgently needed...

Ghanaian gov’t-sponsored PhD students in UK face deportation over unpaid fees

Government-sponsored PhD candidates from Ghana studying in the United Kingdom say they are on the verge of expulsion and deportation over unpaid tuition fees...

Ghana Link’s Nick Adjei Danso renovates Bawaleshie Presby School toilet, builds playground for pupils

The Executive Chairman of Ghana Link Network Services, Dr. Nick Adjei Danso, has funded the renovation of the Bawaleshie Presbyterian School toilet facilities and...

Kpassa SHTS headmaster removed from office

The Headmaster of Kpassa Senior High Technical School (KPASTECH), Rockson Kwame Tawiah, has been removed from office for unauthorised collection of money from students. Mr...

Livestream: Mfantsipim, St. Augustine and Opoku Ware clash for national glory at 2025 NSMQ grand finale

Defending champions Mfantsipim School will go head-to-head with their Cape Coast rivals St. Augustine’s College and Ashanti Regional champions Opoku Ware School in the...

Black Sherif cheers on 2025 NSMQ finalists ahead of thrilling grand finale

Ghanaian music sensation Black Sherif has congratulated the finalists of the 2025 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) ahead of Thursday’s grand finale, encouraging...