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Joseph Osei-Owusu appointed to University of Gold Coast Council

The University of Gold Coast (UGC) has announced the appointment of Joseph Osei-Owusu, former First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, as a member of its...

Free SHS: 3.9 million have benefitted, not 5.1 million — Haruna Iddrisu

The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has dismissed claims that 5.1 million students have benefited from the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy, warning...

2024 WASSCE: WAEC sends important message on withheld results

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has urged cooperation from the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) candidates whose results have been...

Parents storm WAEC office in Kumasi over wards’ withheld results

A group of frustrated parents and students gathered at the Kumasi office of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) on Wednesday, demanding the release...

UMA commissions KG block at Ntotroso

The Underground Mining Alliance (UMA) has commissioned a $65,000 Kindergarten (KG) block at Saint Lawrence R/C Basic School in Ntotroso, Ahafo Region, to enhance...

GNECC urges new GES boss to decentralize teacher postings

The Ghana National Education Campaign Coalition (GNECC) has called on the newly appointed Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES), Professor Ernest Kofi Davis,...

Rainstorm destroys Asare Bediako SHS ICT Lab; headmistress appeals for support

A rainstorm has caused significant damage to the ICT laboratory of Asare Bediako Senior High School in Akrokere, located in the Adansi North District...

Tanko Foundation donates GH₵50,000 to Weta Senior High Technical School

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Tanko Foundation, Gabriel Kwamigah Tanko Atokple, has donated GH₵50,000 to Weta Senior High Technical School during its...

Nkwanta South Conflict: Education in limbo as GES director demands teachers’ safety

The ongoing conflict in Nkwanta South in the Oti Region has plunged the educational sector into crisis, with schools closed and the academic future...

Professor Ernest Davis appointed Ag. GES Director-General

President John Mahama has appointed Professor Ernest Kofi Davis as the Acting Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES). Professor Davis, who is the Provost...

Government resolves CETAG migration to University grades structure

The Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) has resolved the issues surrounding the migration of staff from the Colleges of Education to the University...

Mahama to open Education Review Conference in Mid-February

President John Mahama will open the much-anticipated Stakeholder Education Review Conference in mid-February 2025, Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister of Education, has said. The conference, he...

KNUST launches rail robotics club at Ola Girls’ SHS

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has officially inaugurated the "Rail Robotics Club" at Ola Girls' Senior High School in Kenyasi,...

GNAT urges Education Minister to tackle sector challenges head-on

As Ghana celebrates the International Day of Education, the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) has called on the new Education Minister, Haruna Iddrisu...

Fatimatu Abubakar sets records straight on Free SHS beneficiaries [Listen]

Former Information Minister, Fatimatu Abubakar has justified the records of Free Senior High School (Free SHS) beneficiaries under the erstwhile Akufo-Addo-led government. According to her,...

Gov’t to launch solar energy initiative for schools, boost internet connectivity

Education Minister, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced plans by the government to introduce a solar energy initiative for all basic and senior high schools (SHSs). The...

We must ensure AI enhances human capacity, not replace them – CSOs Sub-Platform on SDG4

The CSOs Sub-Platform on SDG4 has called for renewed commitment from all stakeholders, including the government and educational institutions, in driving digital infrastructure in...

UTAG, TUTAG leadership present key challenges facing higher education to Prof. Jane Naana

The leadership of the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) and the Technical University Teachers Association of Ghana (TUTAG) have presented what they deem...

Kpandai SHS receives GH₵10,000 to support feeding of students

The management of Kpandai Senior High School (SHS) in the Northern Region has received GH₵10,000 to support the feeding of students. The donation was made...

Haruna Iddrisu calls for validation of Free SHS beneficiary data

Education Minister, Haruna Iddrisu, has called for a comprehensive audit of the records of Free Senior High School (Free SHS) beneficiaries. According to him, accurate...

Free SHS: CePTOM calls for sustainable education reforms

The Center for Performance Tracking and Outcome Mapping (CePTOM) has called for a comprehensive national dialogue to re-examine the implementation and sustainability of the...

Mahama implements short-term measures to address food shortages in SHSs

President John Dramani Mahama has announced the swift implementation of short-term measures to tackle food shortages affecting secondary schools nationwide. Speaking after swearing in the...

Afenyo-Markin urges Mahama gov’t to waive admission fees for first-year students

The Minority Leader of Parliament, Afenyo-Markin, has expressed concerns over the Mahama administration's commitment to delivering on its pledge to cover the admission fees...

Free university tuition: Ghanaians will not be angry even if… – Kwakye Ofosu [Audio]

President Acting Spokesperson, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has said the Mahama-led administration is committed to fulfilling its free first-year university tuition promise. However, the Abura Asebu...

Obuasi Mine clash: Reopening date for AngloGold Ashanti Schools announced

Academic activities at the AngloGold Ashanti Schools in Obuasi are expected to resume on January 27, 2025. The reopening was earlier scheduled for Wednesday, January 22. However,...

GTEC directs reopening of St Vincent College of Education after resolving dispute

The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has directed the reopening of St. Vincent College of Education after resolving issues with the Paramount Chief of...

Gov’t releases GH¢200 million to support feeding in SHSs

Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the spokesperson for President Mahama, has revealed that an additional amount has been released to support the feeding of students in...

Free university tuition for first-year students laudable but… – GNAT 

The General Secretary of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), Thomas Musah, has welcomed the proposal to cover academic user fees for first-year...

School for Life congratulates Minister-designate for Education Haruna Iddrisu

School for Life, an NGO, has congratulated Haruna Iddrisu, Member of Parliament for Tamale South Constituency, on his nomination as Minister-designate for Education. School for...

Free university tuition: First year students who have paid fees will be refunded – Haruna Iddrisu 

Education Minister-designate Haruna Iddrisu has announced that first year university students who have already paid their fees will get a refund. The Tamale South MP...

Haruna Iddrisu pledges to bridge education access gap in Northern Ghana

Education Minister-designate and Tamale South MP, Haruna Iddrisu has pledged commitment to addressing the disparities in educational access and infrastructure between northern and southern...

AngloGold Ashanti Schools temporarily closed amid security concerns in Obuasi

AngloGold Ashanti Schools have announced a temporary closure due to rising security concerns in Obuasi. The decision follows recent incidents in the town, including the...

GES interdicts 3 officers of Tsito SHS

The Ghana Education Service(GES) has interdicted Rev. Joy Kafui Akpebu , headmaster of Tsito Senior High Technical School, Sylvanus Awunyo, Storekeeper, and Samuel Kwame...

Ghana Armed Forces begins distribution of food supplies to SHSs

Former Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Education Committee, Clement Apaak, has confirmed that the Ghana Armed Forces has commenced the distribution of food supplies...

Principal of St. Vincent College of Education resigns

The Principal of St. Vincent College of Education, Dr. Jonas Kwabla Fiadzawoo has resigned from his position, effective January 16, 2025. In his resignation letter...

University of Ghana “Year Abroad” students cry for help over funding delays

A group of 32 students from the School of Languages at the University of Ghana, Legon, is making an urgent public appeal over delays...

Gov’t to release feeding funds for 31 days to SHSs

The General Secretary of the Conference of Heads of Assisted Senior High Schools (CHASS), Primus Baro, says the government will, by the close of...

Exposing the inconsistencies in NDC’s free first-year university tuition promise

Page 97 of the NDC’s 2024 Campaign Manifesto boldly promised a "No-Academic-Fees" policy for all first-year students in public tertiary institutions. However, a recent statement...

Free first-year university tuition won’t be compulsory – Apaak

Builsa South Member of Parliament (MP) Dr. Clement Apaak has reaffirmed the National Democratic Congress’ (NDC) pledge to deliver its free first-year university tuition...

GNECC applauds Mahama’s commitment to education, calls for collaborative approach to Free SHS policy

The Ghana National Education Campaign Coalition (GNECC) has expressed its strong support for President John Mahama’s commitment to prioritizing education as a fundamental right,...