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Civil Service Council pays courtesy call on Education Minister
The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to advancing national development through quality education, describing investment in education as an investment in Ghana’s future. He made the remarks when members of the Civil Service Council, led by its Chairperson, Dr. Lawerence Ak...
12 new universities targeted as Education Minister inaugurates 17-member committee to drive expansion agenda
The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has inaugurated a 17-member committee to develop a framework for the establishment of 12 new public universities across Ghana, in a major push by the government to expand access to higher education.
Review Oral English exam to meet global standards — Educationist
The Head of the Department of Languages at St. Joseph's College of Education, Dr Dominic Frimpong, has called for an urgent review of the West African Examinations Council's (WAEC) Oral English assessment. He said the current examination format no longer measured the communication skills required in the digital age. Dr...
Walewale MP announces scholarship opportunities for tertiary students
The Member of Parliament for Walewale Constituency, Alhaji Dr. Mahama Tia Abdul-Kabiru, has called on students from the area who have gained admission to public tertiary institutions in Ghana to apply for scholarships to support their education. According to Dr. Abdul-Kabiru, the initiative is aimed at easing the finan...
UDS moves to clear MPhil student wrongly linked to robbery case
The University for Development Studies (UDS) has issued a statement regarding the circulation of Mr Prosper Kaba's image, a robbery incident.
Ghana prepares to host eLearning Africa 2026, targets digital education growth
Ghana is taking deliberate steps to reshape its education system to meet the demands of a digital future, with Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu revealing that a national digital education policy is currently in development. The Minister made this known at the official launch of preparations for the eLearning Africa 20...
UENR promotes Dr. Jacob Anankware to Associate Professor
The University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR) has promoted Dr. Jacob Paarechuga Anankware to the rank of Associate Professor. The promotion took effect from January 12, 2026, and was approved by the University Council. Dr. Anankware works in the Department of Horticulture and Crop Production under the School of...
“Ghana risks deepening education inequality” — Kofi Asare warns of structural failure in teacher deployment
The Executive Director of Africa Education Watch, Kofi Asare, has warned that Ghana’s education system risks worsening inequality if teacher deployment inefficiencies are not urgently addressed. He explained on the Asaase Breakfast Show on Wednesday (15 April) that the country’s teacher allocation system continues to p...
Economic Fighters League slams ₵24k hostel fees at University of Ghana
The Students Command of the Economic Fighters League (EFL) has condemned what it describes as the "outrageous exploitation" of students regarding accommodation charges at the University of Ghana (UG), Legon.
Ghana’s education system must evolve or risk becoming irrelevant – Patricia Obo-Nai warns
The Chief Executive Officer of Telecel Ghana, Patricia Obo-Nai, has warned that Ghana’s education system risks becoming outdated if it fails to keep pace with rapidly changing industry demands and technological advancements.
Policy Analyst raises concerns over proposed Ezinlibo College of Education
Policy analyst and education advocate, Kofi Asare, has raised concerns over government’s plan to establish a new College of Education in Ezinlibo in the Jomoro Municipality. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), he questioned the policy justification for the move, citing existing capacity challenges and an oversupply of t...
Education Minister pledges to end double-track system within 24 months
The government has pledged to eliminate Ghana's double-track system within the next 24 months as part of a broader effort to improve the quality of secondary education through expanded infrastructure and targeted reforms.