Saturday, November 1

Education

Industry and youth push for skills-based policy change
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Industry and youth push for skills-based policy change

Stakeholders from government, academia, private sector, and youth-led organizations gathered at the Youth Employment and Skills (YES) Chapter Pan African Coalition for Transformation (PACT) Knowledge Café in Accra, with a common goal — to strengthen Ghana’s policy development through inclusive dialogue, youth voices, and industry participation. Mr. Eric Safro, Team Lead for Skills and Innovation at Youth Opportunity and Transformation in Africa (YOTA) and Coordinator for the anchor institution implementing YES PACT in Ghana, explained that the initiative supported government policies across their lifecycle — from development to implementation and review. “Rather than confront government, we partner with them, bringing young people, technical experts, and industry voices to the table,” h...
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Loughborough University advances innovation/youth empowerment partnerships in Ghana 
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Loughborough University advances innovation/youth empowerment partnerships in Ghana 

A Loughborough University delegation recently concluded their visit to Ghana with a focus on strengthening collaborations that support youth development, innovation, and global academic exchange.  A statement issued by Loughborough University and copied to the Ghana News Agency said the delegation led by Professor Sam Grogan, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Education and Student Experience; accompanied by Professor Amanda Daley, Professor of Behavioural Medicine, and Florence Mutero, Global Engagement Officer — held high-level meetings with Mr George Opare Addo, Ghana’s Minister of Youth Development and Empowerment, and representatives of the Association of Ghana Start-ups.  It said at the Ministry, the team explored areas of alignment between Ghana’s youth empowerment agenda and Loughb...
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Tema Metro Education Directorate initiates self-help office project
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Tema Metro Education Directorate initiates self-help office project

The Tema Metro Education Office has launched a self-help project to provide a befitting modern office edifice after operating from different premises for the past six decades.  The initiative follows a failed promise and earlier plans by the Tema Metropolitan Assembly (TMA) some years back to provide the directorate with an office after being ejected from the premises of the TDC Company Limited alongside other public institutions.  Madam Bernice Ofori, the Tema Metro Education Director, during the launch, said the directorate was a key administrative body which oversees schools at the pre-tertiary level, ensuring that educational standards were maintained across the about 300 schools and over 1000 pupils within Tema Metro.  Madam Ofori disclosed that her outfit has been opera...
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All Nations University launches Handbook of Christian Faith in Public Square
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All Nations University launches Handbook of Christian Faith in Public Square

The All Nations University (ANU) has launched a book entitled "Handbook of Christian Faith in Public Square" comprising a wide range of topics from different fields of study such as Science, Theology, Ethics, among others. Speaking at the launching ceremony in Koforidua, Professor Samuel H. Donkor, President of the University said the Handbook was firmly based on Christian faith but engaged with other religions to encourage and strengthen the faith of many. The book has a multidisciplinary approach to touching many areas such as mental health, politics, justice, and governance. It is edited by Professor Nicholas J. Wood, Professor at Oxford University, and Bishop Dhirendra Kumar Sahu, the Dean of School of Theology, ANU. Its content highlights Public Theology in the Public Univ...
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‘We’ll upgrade TVET Centres to bridge gender gap,” Minister assures 
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‘We’ll upgrade TVET Centres to bridge gender gap,” Minister assures 

Mr. Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister of Education, has assured Ghanaians that Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) centres across the country will be made more practical under improved learning conditions to enhance employability of students.  In a speech during his verification visit to the Koforidua Technical Institute and St. Paul Technical Institute, both in the Eastern Region, Mr. Iddrisu said the Ministry was committed to aligning theoretical teaching with hands-on training to better equip learners for the job market.  He noted that such reforms were necessary to bridge the wide enrolment gap between male and female students, as over 55,000 candidates were sitting for the 2025 Certificate II Examinations under the TVET system - comprising 40,339 males and 14,...
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Regional Maritime University inaugurates 50-bed capacity hostel, video conferencing facilities
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Regional Maritime University inaugurates 50-bed capacity hostel, video conferencing facilities

The Board of Governors of the Regional Maritime University (RMU) has inaugurated a 50-bed capacity hostel and an ultra-modern video conferencing facility for the University. These facilities were sponsored by the Republic of Sierra Leone and Republic of Liberia respectively to support and promote maritime education in the sub-region. Other facilities inaugurated are Mosque, Desktop Steering Simulators,  Boat and GMDSS Laboratory. Alhaji Fanday Turay, the Chancellor of RMU, commended the Republic of Sierra Leone for keeping up with the continuing contribution to the growth and development of the University. The Chancellor, led the Board of Governors to inaugurate these facilities at the opening of the 33rd Meeting of the RMU Board in Accra.  He also commended the Re...
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Krachi East MP Supports Oti Secondary Technical with 43-Inch Flat Screen TV  
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Krachi East MP Supports Oti Secondary Technical with 43-Inch Flat Screen TV  

Mr Nelson Kofi Djabab, Member of Parliament (MP) for Krachi East constituency, has donated a 43-inch flat-screen Television to Oti Secondary Technical School.    The TV will be installed in the staff common room, enhancing access to information and news for both students and staff.   This donation is part of the MP's ongoing efforts to support educational institutions in his constituency and the initiative is expected to benefit the school community by providing a valuable resource for staying informed about current events and educational programs.   He has further demonstrated his commitment to improving the lives of students at OSTECH by commissioning a mechanized borehole.   Speaking to the Ghana News Agency (GNA), he explained that the borehole...
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Over 3,000 candidates to write 2025 BECE in Tema Metro
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Over 3,000 candidates to write 2025 BECE in Tema Metro

A total of 3,820 registered candidates are to sit for the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) in the Tema Metropolis. The 2025, unlike previous years, is expected to commence on a Wednesday, June 11, 2025, a shift from the usual Monday start. Mrs Bernice Ofori, the Tema Metro Education Director, told the GNA that all preparations had been put in place to ensure a successful, incident-free BECE. Mrs Ofori noted that the 3,820 registered candidates comprised 2,345 public school candidates and 1,475 are from private basic schools within the metropolis. A total of 1,974 girls and 1,846 boys will sit for the exams at 14 designated centres. She wished all the candidates success in the upcoming BECE, praying their efforts would be crowned with passes for them to loo...
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First Lady launches GHANASCO’s 65th anniversary, praises school’s legacy
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First Lady launches GHANASCO’s 65th anniversary, praises school’s legacy

First Lady Lordina Mahama has officially launched the 65th anniversary of Ghana Senior High School (GHANASCO) in Tamale, emphasising the school’s legacy of excellence and its role in shaping future generations. A statement released by the Presidency said as a proud alumna, Mrs Mahama seized the occasion to highlight President John Dramani Mahama’s dedication to education and the transformative power of learning. The First Lady lauded GHANASCO's contribution to Ghana, stating, "GHANASCO is more than just a school; it is a community, a heritage, and a training ground for leaders, professionals, artisans, and patriots." She celebrated the school's 65-year commitment to nurturing well-rounded young Ghanaians. Mrs Mahama proudly acknowledged the achievements of several prominent GHA...
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UDS at 33: Celebrating Transformative Impact and Excellence in Northern Ghana
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UDS at 33: Celebrating Transformative Impact and Excellence in Northern Ghana

In May this year, northern Ghana's first public university, the University for Development Studies (UDS), will be celebrating its 33rd anniversary; a milestone of impactful contribution to Ghana's educational drive. What began in 1992 as a bold vision rooted in humility and national service has, over the past three decades, grown into one of Africa’s most remarkable academic institutions. The UDS born from a dream and funded by prize money from an international leadership award presented to Ghana’s former President, Flight Lieutenant Jerry John Rawlings, has evolved into a beacon of hope, resilience, and innovation particularly for northern Ghana. Humble Beginnings. At its inception, UDS started with a single faculty; Agriculture Faculty based at Nyankpala, in the Tolon Distric...
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