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The Vice-Chancellor of UG says calling African languages 'vernacular' is an affront to culture - but why does it matter?

University of Ghana Vice-Chancellor - Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo - addressed the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences on the use of African languages. She argues that the term 'vernacular' is derogatory and marginalizes African ways of knowing- but what impact does this have?

Ghana's education system is under scrutiny for its role in a cultural identity crisis - but what changes are needed?

Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng addressed Accra Academy, highlighting a cultural identity crisis in Ghana. He suggests the colonial-influenced education system has eroded indigenous values- but what does this mean for the future?