In a major step toward transforming teacher management and professional development in Ghana, the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced the introduction of a Teacher Management Information System (TMIS).
The digital platform is designed to collect, manage, and report comprehensive data on teachers to enhance both professional growth and administrative efficiency.
Speaking at the opening of a five-day Regional Competence Enhancement Workshop on Strengthening Teacher Professional Development and Management in Africa, held in Accra, Mr. Iddrisu described the TMIS as “a game-changer in the governance of teacher education and management.”
He explained that the TMIS will create a centralized database capturing essential information about teachers — including qualifications, licensing, deployment, continuous professional development (CPD) records, and career progression.
According to him, the innovation will ensure transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making within the education sector.
“The introduction of the Teacher Management Information System marks a new era of data-driven teacher management. It will help us better understand our teaching workforce, identify professional gaps, and design targeted interventions that improve the quality of education delivery,” the Minister stated.
The initiative forms part of Ghana’s broader education reforms, which include:
• Licensure and registration of teachers to ensure only qualified professionals enter the classroom.
• The National Teacher Professional Development Framework, providing a structured pathway for continuous learning.
• The Teacher Portal Ghana, enabling teachers to access and track their CPD courses online.
• The Professional Standards for Teachers and School Leaders, defining the competencies required for effective teaching in the 21st century.
Mr. Iddrisu noted that these reforms collectively align with the African Union’s Continental Education Strategy for Africa (CESA 16–25) and Sustainable Development Goal 4, both of which promote inclusive and quality education for all.
He also acknowledged persistent challenges such as limited funding for professional development, disparities between urban and rural education systems, and the need for stronger cross-border collaboration among African teacher regulatory bodies.
The TMIS, he said, represents a key solution to bridging many of these gaps.
“With TMIS, we are not only digitising records — we are empowering teachers, streamlining management, and building a data-driven education system that serves both national and continental aspirations,” he added.
The Minister commended the National Teaching Council and its partners for their leadership in promoting teacher professionalism and leveraging technology for sustainable education reform.
He concluded by urging participants, education policymakers, practitioners, and experts from across Africa to collaborate, share best practices, and develop actionable strategies to strengthen teacher development on the continent.
“Africa’s greatest asset is its people. By investing in our teachers, we invest in the future of our children, our communities, and our continent,” he declared, formally opening the workshop.