Academic City University College has reaffirmed its commitment to provide world-class education in response to the needs of the modern world. According to President and Provost Prof. Fred McBagonluri, the university is continuing to revolutionise higher education in Africa by developing the next generation of leaders who will make significant contributions to the continent’s growth. […] The post
Students with disabilities from the University of Education, Winneba, and Cape Coast University have picketed at the Scholarship Secretariat in Accra to demand the release of long-overdue scholarship funds promised by the government. The aggrieved students, represented by the Association of Students with Disabilities, claim the lack of funds jeopardizes their education. The group leader, […] The post Students
Republic Bank Ghana Limited has presented fifty life jackets to the Municipal Education Directorate in the Weija Gbawe Municipality for onward distribution to school children at Faanaa in the Weija Gbawe Municipality. Faanaa is an island community where children who want to access education have to go through the struggles of crossing the estuary using […] The post Republic
In the intricate tapestry of education, schools stand as monumental pillars with the profound potential to shape not only the intellectual development but also the holistic well-being of future generations. As a devoted Health Education Expert, I am driven to explore the multi-faceted role that schools play in instilling life-long habits, fostering a culture of […] The post Role
The University Challenge is an unprecedented opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs. This challenge offers the largest entrepreneurial prize in the country, with a reward of one million Ghana cedis. In a nation grappling with a high unemployment rate, entrepreneurs often struggle to secure the necessary capital to fund their innovative ideas. However, through this challenge, individuals […] The post
A parent of a Bechem Presbyterian Senior High School (PRESEC) student has appealed to the Ghana Education Service (GES) to investigate the circumstances leading to the severe beating of his son by a teacher at the school. Currently, the victim is on admission and responding to treatment at the Bechem Government Hospital in the Tano […] The post Bechem:
Final-year students of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) say they are bearing the brunt of the ongoing strike by the Tertiary Education Workers Union of Ghana (TEWUG). The students lament that they are unable to access key facilities like the university’s library to proceed with their research work and other academic […] The post KNUST students
The Member of Parliament for the Old Tafo constituency, Vincent Ekow Assafuah, has defended the Free Senior High School policy, asserting that it should not be reviewed, as it is better for students to study under trees than to go uneducated. His comment comes in response to calls for a review of the Free SHS […] The post It’s better to learn under
Ghana has been lauded for its ambitious Free Senior High School (SHS) programme, aimed at making quality high school education accessible to all. Spearheaded by the government, this initiative has made substantial investments, amounting to approximately GH¢8.4billion, and has provided education opportunities to a commendable 5.7 million Ghanaians over the past seven years. However, beneath […] The post
Tertiary Education Workers Union of Ghana (TEWUG), has declared a nationwide strike effective 1st February 2024 over the failure of the government to address some pressing concerns affecting them. The labour union laments over the employer’s reluctance to address their welfare needs, including tier-two pension funds, vehicle maintenance allowance, and overtime allowance, among others. They […] The post TEWU
The Ghana Association of University Administrators (GAUA) is considering suspending its ongoing strike pending a scheduled meeting with the Ministry of Education and the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) on February 7, 2024. The union began a nationwide strike, citing the government’s disregard for their conditions of service. While the National Labour Commission (NLC) has […] The post GAUA
The Lebanese community in Ghana, on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, awarded twelve (12) students from the University of Ghana School of Law with scholarships to aid their academic journey. The ceremony, which took place at the University of Ghana School of Law auditorium, was chaired by the Provost of the College of Humanities, Prof. Daniel […] The post Lebanese
The Ghana Association of University Administrators’ (GAUA) decision to embark on a strike action in demand for better conditions of service (CoS) has taken effect unabatedly, as the University Teachers Association of Ghana, University of Ghana chapter (UTAG-UG) has expressed solidarity with all sister-unions seeking to embark on strike. Among other issues, it has cited […] The post GAUA
Former President John Dramani Mahama says there is no truth to the claims being made by the government that the economy is improving. He said this at the Council of Indigenous Business Association’s (CIBA) forum with the NDC Presidential Candidate in Accra, yesterday. This comment, he said, was in reference to the International Monetary Fund’s […] The post Ghana’s economy has not turned any corner
Ghana’s economic tapestry is rich yet challenged, marked by intricate financial dealings and the need for strategic manoeuvering. One such example is the GRA-SML deal, reflecting the complexities Ghana faces. Amid these economic intricacies, entrepreneurship education emerges as a beacon of hope, offering more than just employment opportunities, but a pathway to holistic economic rejuvenation. […] The post
With over 60% of Ghana’s population living in rural areas, developing rural education to propel national development should be a reason d’ȇtre. Ghana’s rural development requires critical attention. The usual pittance thrown to rural dwellers particularly during electioneering periods are cardinal sins that political parties must desist from and rather pursue lasting solutions to the […] The post
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A former National Science and Math Quiz (NSMQ) contestant, Abande Prince Abugri, from Bolgatanga in the Upper East Region, is on the verge of giving up on his education due to financial constraints. Prince was part of the team that represented the Navrongo Senior High School (NAVASCO) in the 2023 National Science and Maths Quiz […] The post Former
The University Students Association of Ghana (USAG) is appealing to the government to promptly address concerns raised by striking educational labour, underscoring its detriment to academics. The Senior Staff Association (SSA) and the Tertiary Education Workers Union (TEWU) are among four groups currently on strike, prompting concerns about imminent action by the University Teachers Association […] The post USAG
Maternal and child health is a cornerstone of societal well-being, reflecting the strength and resilience of communities. In many parts of the world, including Ghana, challenges persist, making the role of effective health education in bridging gaps and improving outcomes for mothers and children paramount. Let us delve into the multi-faceted dimensions of maternal and […] The post
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