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What happens when a 14-year-old takes charge of a major aid agency for a day?

Young girls in Ghana are stepping into top leadership roles at Plan International and UNICEF to demand action on climate-related threats to their…

An alumnus's commitment to his alma mater is set to transform the daily experience for students and staff at Saltpond Methodist A Basic School.

Saltpond Methodist A Basic School has long struggled with inadequate washroom facilities, impacting the learning environment for its pupils and

Can West Africa turn education innovations into lasting systems for children in crises?

West African nations are convening for the ACCELERATE+ conference to scale education solutions for crisis-affected children.

A motorbike accident couldn't stop two determined BECE candidates - but what other challenges are students facing?

In Nkwanta South, two BECE candidates were involved in a motorbike accident on their way to write their exams. The incident has highlighted the challenges students in the municipality are facing - but what could this mean for education in the region?

A growing number of private school teachers are leaving their jobs, creating a significant challenge for institutions and raising questions about

Ghana's private schools are facing an unprecedented teacher recruitment crisis, with many educators leaving their positions abruptly. This silent

A major demand has been made to Ghana's education ministry - but will it lead to real change?

Zonta Clubs of Ghana have issued demands to the Ministry of Education regarding sexual abuse in schools.

A major field assessment mission is underway on an integrated school feeding programme - but what changes will be made?

The WFP, Ghana's government, and the US are assessing a school feeding programme impacting 60,000 pupils in Northern Ghana. The mission is evaluating the intervention's effects on education, nutrition, health, and community livelihoods - but what will they find?

The latest WASSCE results highlight a concerning trend in student conduct and academic performance. Could social media be playing a role?

WAEC's 2026 WASSCE results reveal widespread disciplinary issues and a decline in English Language performance. Examiners noted informal language in

Why are parents losing faith in boarding schools, and what does the MP say must change?

Salaga South MP Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah warns that recurring sexual abuse allegations involving teachers erode parental trust in school safety.

Are today's young Africans simply mirroring the behaviors they observe and see rewarded in society?

Across Africa, a common concern is emerging about the perceived decline in youth values and discipline. This raises a critical question about the

Amidst swirling accusations of presidential neglect, the Education Minister's spokesperson sets the record straight on Mahama's involvement in

The spokesperson for Ghana's Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has addressed claims that President John Mahama has abandoned the Minister

GNAT's bold new proposal could transform teacher employment and education in Ghana- but what are the implications for both public and private sectors?

The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) is urging the government to consider posting trained teachers to private schools. This proposal

As the Joy FM Back-to-School Fair concludes, what last-minute opportunities are shoppers seizing before the doors close?

The Joy FM Back-to-School Discount Fair in Accra is drawing large crowds of parents, guardians, and students on its final day. Shoppers are taking

Is Ghana's education system truly developing its youth, or merely sorting them through an examination pipeline?

Ghana's education system faces scrutiny over its heavy reliance on high-stakes examinations like BECE and WASSCE. Critics argue this approach

Reports of student misconduct in Ghanaian schools are raising alarms, but what's truly behind this growing problem?

Ghanaian schools are facing a serious challenge with student indiscipline, prompting widespread concern among parents, educators, and the public.

Teachers claim promotions bring tiny pay bumps - but what does this mean for classrooms?

PRETAG President King Ali Awudu discusses teacher frustrations over promotions and pay.

University of Ghana students are blocked from registering as an ongoing administrators' strike disrupts campus services.

The Ghana Association of University Administrators strike is disrupting administrative services at public universities, including the University of…

Discover how the Ghana Teacher Prize 2026 is set to transform the private education sector and what it means for dedicated teachers.

The National Teaching Council has announced the finalists for the Ghana Teacher Prize 2026, recognizing educators in the private sector. This