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Your Schoolgirls’ Haircut Policy Is Haram – Islamic Scholar Tells Education Ministers

317  A recent comment by the Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, has stirred public discussion and concern over the rights of students in Senior High Schools (SHS). The Minister reportedly stated that “we will not tolerate long hair in schools today or tomorrow,” in response to growing debate about whether new female students should […]

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Ministry of Education Launches Investigation into Allegations of Bribery in School Placement Process

570  The Ministry of Education has taken swift action following allegations of bribery in the ongoing school placement process involving Member of Parliament for Akrofuom, Hon. Joseph Azumah. In a press statement dated October 22, 2025, the Ministry confirmed it is initiating urgent investigations into the claims. According to the Ministry’s statement, media reports have […]

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Education Minister Reaffirms Mahama Administration’s Commitment to Strengthening ‘No Fees Stress’ Policy

253    The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has reaffirmed the Mahama administration’s commitment to strengthening the government’s flagship No Fees Stress Policy, describing it as a game-changer in promoting equitable access to tertiary education. The Minister gave this assurance during a visit to the Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF) offices on Monday, October 20, […]

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Teachers urged to take keen interest in capacity building- Director of Education

366The Director of Education for the Ledzokuku Municipality, Mrs Theresa Tetteh, has advised teachers to take a keen interest in their capacity building to enhance their work. She explained that, now that Information Technology (I T) has taken centre stage in every facet of life, there is a need for all teachers to leverage I […]

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Kunsu Camp Girl Shines at Otumfuo Community Reading Challenge

416  A 14-year-old student of Kunsu Camp D/A JHS, Miss Rose Korkor, has made the Ahafo Ano South West District proud after placing second in the Otumfuo Community Reading Challenge held at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi on Friday, October 10, 2025. Rose, representing the Kunsu Community, competed impressively against other finalists from across the […]

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MARTYRS OF UGANDA JUBILEE SCHOOL CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE

542  Martyrs of Uganda Jubilee School in Kumasi has marked a major milestone, celebrating its 25th anniversary with a grand ceremony at the school’s premises. The event brought together prominent dignitaries, including His Grace Most Rev. Gabriel Justice Yaw Anokye, Metropolitan Archbishop of Kumasi, and His Grace Most Rev. Peter Kwasi Sarpong, Archbishop Emeritus of […]

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Turntable & Tenable Launches Book Drive for Miaso D/A Basic School

564    Turntable & Tenable, a project dedicated to supporting underprivileged communities, has announced a book drive aimed at providing essential learning materials to students of Miaso D/A Basic School in the Fanteakwa North District, Eastern Region, Ghana. The initiative, titled “‘Book’ A Bright Future For Miaso D/A Basic School children,” seeks to mobilize donations […]

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Ghana Pushes for Stronger Data Systems to Transform Technical Education

536 Ghana’s ambitious efforts to strengthen its Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) system took center stage this week as policymakers, educators, and development partners gathered in Accra for a two-day workshop focused on evidence-based data monitoring and reporting. The workshop, convened by the Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET), underscored the […]

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Ministry of Education announces progress in school placement

2,043  The Ministry of Education has reported significant progress in addressing placement issues for candidates seeking admission into Senior High Schools and Technical Institutes through the Computerised School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS). According to a statement released by the Ministry, over 564,000 out of 590,390 qualified candidates have been successfully placed as of September […]