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Why is UTAG threatening industrial action? What governance failures have they identified?

UTAG has given President Mahama a two-week ultimatum regarding the leadership of the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC). The association has serious concerns about how the sector is being managed - and wants change.

Why is the Economic Fighters League so concerned about the cost of student housing?

The Economic Fighters League is speaking out against high hostel fees at the University of Ghana-Legon. The group claims students are being exploited, and they are calling for government intervention- but why now?

NADeF is working to improve infrastructure at Adrobaa Technical Institute- but what changes will be made?

NADeF has started infrastructure projects at Adrobaa Technical Institute to improve education- benefiting students, staff and community members. The projects aim to enhance educational infrastructure, but what impact will this have on the community?

Students at Techire SHS learned about civic duties - but will this knowledge translate into real-world action?

The NCCE in Tano North engaged Techire SHS students on corruption and the rule of law. The program aimed to instill values of integrity and patriotism in the youth- but what specific lessons were imparted?

Why are Ghanaian students in the UK depending on food banks, and facing potential deportation?

The minority in Parliament is calling on the government to address the plight of Ghanaian scholarship students in the UK. Some students are facing dire circumstances due to unpaid fees - and the consequences could be far-reaching.

The path to becoming a lawyer in Ghana is changing - but how will the new Legal Education Act affect aspiring lawyers?

Ghana's legal education has been restructured by the Legal Education Act, 2026 - changing how lawyers are trained. The entrance exams and training pathways are evolving, raising questions about access to the legal profession.

GTEC has listed 62 unrecognised institutions and warned students, parents and employers to verify certificates before ad

GTEC has listed 62 unrecognised institutions and warned students, parents and employers to verify certificates before admission or recruitment.

DTI's new campus aims to transform TVET in Ghana - but can it bridge the skills gap?

The Design and Technology Institute (DTI) has initiated a project to expand technical and vocational education in Ghana. The move hints at a significant investment in skills development- but what challenges will it address?

CETAG is up in arms over an appointment at Dambai College - and they're asking the Education Minister to step in.

CETAG has petitioned the Education Minister regarding the acting Vice Principal appointment at Dambai College of Education. The association claims the appointment goes against established academic governance rules - but what could be the repercussions?

Graduates entering the food industry may be lacking something crucial - and it's impacting Ghana's economy.

Auba Consult CEO, Jacob Ayin, addressed the skills gap between graduates and the food industry at a UDS event - highlighting the need for collaboration. This gap impacts productivity and innovation, but stakeholders are working to address it.

A viral video from a Ghana school has authorities scrambling - what could be so disturbing?

Ada Senior High Technical School is at the center of a police investigation involving several students. A viral video has brought renewed attention to safety concerns in schools - but what does it reveal?

Hostel operators have been warned! The Rent Control Department is coming for those operating illegally - but why now?

The Rent Commissioner is concerned about the state of tertiary institution hostels - citing unacceptable conditions and pricing. A nationwide compliance exercise is underway, but what could this mean for students?

Why are Ghanaian students in the UK facing potential deportation- and what does the Minority Caucus have to say?

The Minority Caucus in Parliament is concerned about Ghanaian students in the UK- who are under government scholarship. They are calling for government intervention to avoid dire consequences.

A new education bill just passed in Parliament- but what does it mean for universities?

Ghana's Parliament has passed the Education Regulatory Bodies Amendment Bill, 2026, impacting tertiary institutions. The new law sets a new timeline for institutions seeking full autonomy- but some worry about the consequences.

With hostel fees soaring, could pension funds be the surprising solution to Ghana's university accommodation crisis?

Frederick Opoku is touring hostels and raising concerns about costs- student accommodation is becoming a national headache. Hostel fees are rising beyond the reach of ordinary families, affecting access to higher education.

Why is CETAG so opposed to the appointment of a Senior Assistant Librarian as Acting Vice Principal?

CETAG has petitioned the Education Minister, Haruna Iddrisu, to reverse the appointment of a librarian as Acting Vice Principal of Dambai College of Education. The association insists the appointment defies established academic governance - and could have far-reaching implications.

Royal Nursing College faces scrutiny after its closure - but what does this mean for its students and affiliates?

The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) is addressing the situation at Royal Nursing College after its closure. The commission is working with the University of Cape Coast (UCC) to sort out the details- but what will happen to current students?

Ghana's education sector is under scrutiny after a new compliance ranking. What could this mean for the University of Ghana?

A new government assessment has ranked several bodies in Ghana's education sector - including the University of Ghana and the Ministry of Education - as among the worst performers in public financial management compliance. The Ministry of Finance hopes the rankings will promote accountability - but what does this mean for the institutions involved?