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Why are Eastern Region education authorities still worried, despite a drop in pregnant BECE candidates?
Education authorities in the Eastern Region are grappling with the persistent issue of teenage pregnancies among BECE candidates- with 82 pregnant candidates recorded this year. Despite ongoing interventions, the situation raises concerns about adolescent girls combining motherhood and education.
Why is a University of Ghana Dean calling for legal intervention and urgent counseling after a viral video?
UGBS Dean Prof. Bawole has strongly criticized social media content that exploits JHS leavers. He highlights the potential damage to young people's confidence - and questions the ethics of such viral content creation.
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?
Nineteen BECE supervisors and invigilators have been arrested - but what did they do, and where?
WAEC has apprehended 19 supervisors and invigilators across six regions for alleged examination malpractice during the ongoing BECE - raising concerns about the integrity of the examination process. The Ministry of Education has issued stern warnings to stakeholders, hinting at severe consequences for those found complicit.
Invigilators arrested during BECE in Bono Region - what could have led to this?
Two invigilators have been arrested in the Bono Region during the ongoing Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). The arrests raise concerns about the integrity of the examination process - but what exactly transpired?
An English Quiz in Nkwanta South seeks to strengthen reading culture - but can it overcome recent challenges?
The Nkwanta South Education Directorate has organised an English Quiz for Junior High School students. Despite conflict and security concerns, the initiative aims to improve academic standards - but can it?
The STEM Coordinator has some advice for BECE candidates - and it might just help them succeed!
6 May•2 min read
A motorbike accident couldn't stop two determined BECE candidates - but what other challenges are students facing?
6 May•2 min read
A fatal accident has claimed the lives of two students - but why were they on this journey in the first place?
5 May•2 min read
Seven teachers were arrested during BECE - what did they do and what does it mean for the students?
5 May•2 min read
Amidst tightened security, arrests have been made during the BECE - but what prompted these actions?
4 May•2 min read
Why were BECE candidates stranded and unable to reach their exam centers on the first day of the crucial examination?
4 May•3 min read