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PRESEC launches $150,000 Agri-Resource Centre to modernise agricultural education
A five-acre, $150,000 agri-resource center aimed at transforming agricultural education has been launched at Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School (PRESEC), positioning students to embrace modern, mechanized farming as a viable career path.
GCTU governing council ends tenure of VC Prof. Afoakwa, appoints acting replacement
The Governing Council of the Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) has formally ended the engagement of Prof. Emmanuel Ohene Afoakwa as Vice-Chancellor, directing that he no longer holds any authority to act on behalf of the University with effect from 28th February 2026. The decision was communicated in a s...
PRESEC-Legon 2001 group rallies support for staff accommodation project
The 2001 year group of Presbyterian Senior High School, Legon (PRESEC-Legon) has launched an appeal for support to construct staff accommodation on campus. The initiative forms part of the group’s legacy project to mark its 25th anniversary, which coincides with the school’s 88th anniversary celebration.
Kasoa to get new school as Assembly, Prisons Service launch construction project
The Awutu Senya East Municipal Assembly, in partnership with the Ghana Prisons Service and the Ghana Education Service, has begun the construction of a new elementary school at Kasoa to help address the growing demand for educational infrastructure in the fast-expanding municipality. The project was officially launched...
Education must align with industry— Dr Apaak
The Deputy Minister of Education, Dr Clement Abas Apaak, has underscored the importance of aligning education with industry and institutional needs for sustainable development. Speaking at the 46th Graduation and Admission Ceremony of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG) last Saturday, Dr Apaak said hum...
2026 Ghana Teacher Prize launched
The Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the National Teaching Council (NTC), has launched this year’s Ghana Teacher Prize in Accra, pledging renewed support for teacher welfare, professional development and recognition. The annual event recognises the contribution of hardworking and selfless teachers towards i...
UniMAC wins 2026 Commonwealth Day debate at Parliament
Students of the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) have emerged winners of the 2026 Commonwealth Day Debate Competition held at the Parliament of Ghana as part of activities marking the annual celebration. The debate competition, organised by the Parliament of Ghana in collaboration with the STAR Ghan...
Prioritise digital literacy - Dr Togoh tasks education stakeholders
The St Mary’s Senior High School has celebrated its 76th Anniversary Speech and Prize-Giving Day with a call on stakeholders to prioritise digital literacy as the foundation for excellence and responsible citizenship. The celebrations had the theme: “Cultivating excellence through digital literacy for a purposeful tomo...
Ending plastic menace: Teshie LEKMA 12 transforms plastic into durable bricks to clinch top award
Teshie LEKMA 12 Junior High School (JHS) in the Ledzokuku Municipality of the Greater Accra Region has emerged the ultimate winner of the Waste Segregation and Innovation Challenge held in Accra. The school, represented by Bryn Asiedu, Gloria Azor and Gilbert Acquah, all Form Two students, pitched durable bricks made f...
Nestlé Ghana partners Education Ministry to reward top BECE performers
Nestlé Ghana Limited, through its MILO brand, has partnered with the Ministry of Education to sponsor the 2026 President’s Independence Day Awards held at the Accra International Conference Centre. The ceremony, which recognises outstanding academic performance in the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), was...
The cheating has been there for too long, we’re not happy – GAUA says amidst strike
The Ghana Association of University Administrators (GAUA) says it expects concrete action from government to address its concerns, warning that it will not consider ending its ongoing strike without seeing tangible results. GAUA Secretary, Charles Aidoo said members had endured what they consider unfair treatment for y...
Upper Denkyira West honours outstanding teachers during Independence Day celebration
The Upper Denkyira West District marked Ghana’s Independence Day with a ceremony to recognise dedicated teachers in the district. The event, organised by the District Assembly in partnership with the District Education Directorate, celebrated educators who have shown commitment and excellence in their work. The ceremon...