Ghana to deploy 300 trained teachers to the Bahamas in new education partnership
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The government of Ghana has finalized a significant bilateral agreement with the Commonwealth of the Bahamas to facilitate the deployment of 300 teachers. This initiative marks the inaugural phase of an expanded educational cooperation framework between the two nations. The project follows high-level negotiations between Ghana’s Minister for […]
Government reduces study leave qualifying period for teachers in rural communities
By Valentia Tetteh The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced a reduction in the qualifying period for study leave with pay for teachers who accept postings to rural and underserved communities as part of the government’s efforts to attract, motivate and retain educators in deprived areas. Addressing Parliament, Mr Iddrisu said teachers serving in […]
Holy Child SHS Crowned 2026 National Girls’ Speech and Debate Champions
By: Maltiti Sayida Sadick Holy Child Senior High School has emerged as champions of the 2026 National Girls’ Speech and Debate Championship (NGSDC) after excelling through a series of highly competitive debate rounds. At the grand finale, Founder of the NGSDC, Dora Badu Owusu-Adomah, praised the participants for demonstrating confidence, resilience and leadership throughout the […]
Education Ministry launches anti-drug campaign in schools
By Maltiti Sayida Sadick The Ministry of Education has launched a nationwide Behavioural Change Communication (BCC) campaign to tackle the growing problem of drug abuse in schools across Ghana. The initiative, being implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of the Interior and the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), forms part of the government’s efforts to protect […]
Deputy Education Minister rewards Bawku teacher for 19 years of service amid conflict
By Peter Agengre Deputy Minister for Education, Dr Clement Abas Apaak, has presented a personal gift of GH¢10,000 to Abdul Yussif Fatahu, a teacher recognised for his dedication to educating children in Bawku despite the area’s prolonged conflict. The gesture was made in recognition of Mr Fatahu’s resilience and commitment to teaching in a community […]