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President Mahama Launches Free Sanitary Pad Initiative for Girls in School

1,712  President John Dramani Mahama has taken another significant step towards promoting girls’ education and empowerment in Ghana. On Thursday, he officially launched the free sanitary pad initiative for girls in school, under the auspices of the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Gender and Social Protection. This initiative is a testament to the […]

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Compulsory foreign language to be introduced in SHS 2 by end of 2025

1,335  Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has revealed plans by President John Dramani Mahama to introduce a compulsory foreign language course for second-year Senior High School (SHS) students by the end of the year. The policy, aimed at boosting students’ global competitiveness, will allow learners to choose from a range of international languages, including French, Spanish, […]

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Menstrual Health Matters: Ghana Launches Free Sanitary Pad Distribution Programme

1,238  The Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Apaak, on behalf of H.E. John Dramani Mahama and the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has formally extended an invitation to the President of the Ga Traditional Council, His Royal Majesty King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, to chair the national launch of a free sanitary pad distribution […]

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Ashanti Regional School Feeding Coordinator To Sack Subpar Caterers

1,437  Madam Gloria Huze, the Ashanti Regional School Feeding Coordinator, has warned caterers who serve malnutritional food to learners that they will be sacked. During a tour of schools in the Kumasi Metro and Asokwa Municipality, Madam Gloria Huze expressed dissatisfaction with the substandard food served to learners in some schools within the Asokwa Municipality. […]

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Ashanti regional minister, Dr. Adutwum Team Up to Improve Education, Tourism in Ashanti Region

1,320    Dr. Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister, yesterday welcomed Hon. Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, former Minister of Education and Member of Parliament for Bosomtwe Constituency, at the Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council (ARCC). The meeting focused on several key initiatives aimed at promoting development and improving the lives of residents in the Ashanti Region. […]

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Fast Track College CEO pleads with government for support as FSHS affects private SHS enrollment

1,341  Alhaji Mohammed Abubakar Agambilla, (President) CEO of Fast Track Group of Companies, which includes a college and football academy in the Sekyere South District of the Ashanti region, has appealed to the Ghanaian government to consider placing some first-year students in private senior high schools based on infrastructure availability. The CEO made this appeal […]

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New Era for GRASAG: Lord Baah Acheamfour Ebenezer Sworn-In as President

1,335  Lord Baah Acheamfour Ebenezer has been sworn in as the new President of the Graduate Students’ Association of Ghana (GRASAG) at AAMUSTED-Mampong. The event was attended by distinguished guests, including the Dean of Students, SRC and JCRC executives, and members of the graduate association. Delivering his maiden speech, President Acheamfour expressed profound gratitude to […]

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KNUST’s School of Medical Sciences Celebrates 50 Years of Excellence in Healthcare and Medical Education

1,228  The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has marked a significant milestone in the history of medical education in Ghana, as its School of Medical Sciences (SMS) celebrates its 50th anniversary. The launch of the golden jubilee celebrations was graced by high-profile officials, including the Deputy Minister of Finance, Hon. Thomas Nyarko […]

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Ashanti Region Sets Pace in Fire Safety with Comprehensive Review and Enforcement

1,828  Dr. Frank Amoakohene, Ashanti Regional Minister, has taken proactive measures to ensure the region’s preparedness for any potential fire emergencies. On behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, Dr. Amoakohene has directed a comprehensive review of the state of fire hydrants across the region. The initial findings of this review have been described as “wild” […]