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Graduate and teenager held in connection with a placement scheme - but who else is involved?
Two individuals are in custody following an alleged scheme involving Senior High School placement fraud.
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Graduate and teenager held in connection with a placement scheme - but who else is involved?
Two individuals are in custody following an alleged scheme involving Senior High School placement fraud.

A tip to the Education Minister leads to arrests in an alleged scheme targeting BECE candidates seeking SHS placement.
Two individuals are in police custody in Accra following a report to the Education Minister about alleged CSSPS placement fraud.

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 Ghanaian official is sounding the alarm on increasing child abuse cases, pointing to a surprising root cause that demands immediate attention.
The Municipal Girl Child Education Coordinator for Krachi East, Benedicta Razak Sekina, has voiced concerns about rising child abuse and neglect in

UPNMG President Maxwell Oduro Yeboah urges the government to improve infrastructure and housing to retain nurses in Ghan
UPNMG President Maxwell Oduro Yeboah urges the government to improve infrastructure and housing to retain nurses in Ghana's Northern Region and curb

A major student financing policy is under the spotlight - but what does its rollout really mean for learners?
The Minister of Education is engaging stakeholders on the No-Fees-Stress Initiative for tertiary students.

Why do 80,000 promoted teachers face payment delays when only 58,000 were processed?
GNAT explains the gap between 80,000 and 58,000 promoted teachers in Ghana's payment crisis.

A huge investment has been made in KNUST's teaching hospital - but what does this mean for healthcare in Ghana?
GETFund has invested in KNUST's teaching hospital project- a move that promises to enhance medical training. This investment aims to boost healthcare and education, but what impact will it have?

An alleged sexual assault at a Ghanaian high school has led to arrests and an ongoing investigation, prompting concerns about student welfare.
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has confirmed an alleged sexual assault involving a student at Bolgatanga Girls Senior High School, leading to the

Are parents paying for SHS placements? The Catholic Bishops demand answers and an investigation into the system's integrity.
The Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference has called for an independent investigation into allegations of payments for senior high school placements.

Bishops demand answers on secret school placement deals - what will the review uncover?
The Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference is demanding a review of the senior high school placement system over protocol admissions.

A family's grief turns to suspicion after a teen's sudden death at school - what do they say they found?
A 14-year-old student at Abomosu STEM SHS in the Eastern Region has died, and his family is seeking answers.

What are the hidden dangers lurking in students' pockets and peer groups, according to Ghana's Deputy Education Minister?
Deputy Education Minister Dr. Clement Apaak has identified social media, mobile phone misuse, and drug abuse as key factors driving student

Why is the Asantehene so adamant about the KNUST hospital's completion? Find out more about this important project.
Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has urged stakeholders to prioritize the completion of KNUST's teaching hospital after Parliament's approval. The hospital's timely completion promises to boost medical training and healthcare - but challenges remain.

Why is a church dedicating a Sunday to teachers and offering free health screenings?
Calvary Charismatic Centre plans to honour Ashanti region teachers on November 1 as part of its October Commission.

A new support system is being launched for pregnant BECE candidates - but can it change their trajectory?
Asutifi South District Assembly is launching a support programme for pregnant BECE candidates. The initiative hopes to tackle the stigma and dropout rates - but what impact will it have?

Discover how Ghana's public schools could benefit from a new approach to alumni and corporate donations, potentially transforming educational funding.
The President of the Old Achimotan Association (OAA) has urged key Ghanaian institutions to introduce incentives for alumni and organizations

A housemaster is under investigation after allegedly assaulting a student - but what sparked this incident?
Amaniampong SHS is in the news following reports that a student was allegedly assaulted by a housemaster. The incident has triggered investigations and calls for action- but what exactly fueled this confrontation?