The Methodist Church Ghana, led by the Presiding Bishop Most Rev. Prof. Johnson Asamoah-Gyadu, is calling on members across the nation and abroad to support the construction of a long-envisioned youth retreat centre. The facility will serve groups like MYF, GHAMSU, and the Boys’ and Girls’ Brigade
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Nana Kweku Arhin Appointed as Deputy Media Coordination Manager for CCMA
Nana Kweku Arhin is appointed as the Deputy Manager for Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly Media Coordination
Alex Kwabena Korankye Appointed Media Coordination Manager for CCMA
Mr. Alex Kwabena Korankye, also known as General K.K., has been appointed as the Media Coordination Manager for the Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly. With a strong background in broadcasting and public engagement, his new role aims to enhance the Assembly’s media presence
Dr. Bryan Acheampong Deploys Task Force Across Ghana – What’s Their Mission?
Dr. Bryan Acheampong, Member of Parliament for Abetifi and a presidential hopeful under the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has deployed a special task force across Ghana to gather citizens’ views on issues like job …..
Education Ministers of Ghana and South Africa Discuss Higher Education Programs Exchange
Dr. Mimmy Martha Gondwe, South Africa’s Deputy Minister for Higher Education, paid a courtesy visit to Ghana’s Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, in Accra. The two leaders discussed strengthening educational ties between their countries, with a focus on exchange programs
Ashanti Regional Minister Welcomes DCOI Fred Amankwah to His Office
Hon. Dr. Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister, has warmly received DCOI Fred Amankwah, the newly appointed Regional Commander of the Ghana Immigration Service.
Amanda Danumbu, KNUST Student, Wins IWD 2025 Tech Contest with AI-Powered Blood Pressure App
Amanda Danumbu, a Computational Chemistry student at KNUST, has won the IWD 2025 Tech Contest with her AI-powered web application – BP Abnormality Notifier. Developed using Python, Scikit-learn, and Streamlit, the app predicts blood pressure …
Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum Declares His Intention to Run for NPP Flagbearership
Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, former Minister for Education and MP for Bosomtwe, has officially declared his intention to contest the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearership. His announcement, made via Facebook, has sparked mixed reactions …
GFA Crowns Thomas Partey as the Footballer of the Year
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has named Thomas Partey the Footballer of the Year at a ceremony held in Accra on June 14, 2025. Partey, a key midfielder for Arsenal FC and the Ghana Black Stars, was honoured for his outstanding contributions …
Interior Minister Inaugurates 15-Member Governing Board of NACOC
Hon. Muntaka Mubarak Mohammed, Ghana’s Interior Minister, has inaugurated the newly constituted 15-member Governing Board of the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), chaired by COP (Rtd.) Bright Oduro …
Cape Coast Mayor Welcomes MASLOC CEO to His Office
the Mayor of Cape Coast, Hon. George Justice Arthur, hosted MASLOC CEO Madam Abigail Elorm Akwambea Mensah in a strategic meeting focused on economic empowerment and microfinance opportunities for residents.
Finance Minister Ato Forson Engages Ghana’s Tertiary Education Unions Over Book and Research Allowance
Finance Minister Hon. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson has met with the leadership of UTAG, TUTAG, and CETAG to address concerns over the 2025 Book and Research Allowance.
National Education Forum Committee Presents 148-Page Report to Mahama
On Thursday, 5th June 2025, the National Education Forum Committee presented a comprehensive 148-page report to H.E. John Dramani Mahama at the Presidency in Accra. The report reflects inputs from a wide range of stakeholders gathered over …
John Ankrah Appointed YEA Director for Amansie Central District
Hon. John Ankrah, a former TEIN UCC Organizer and Youth Organizer for Odotobri Constituency, has been appointed as the District Director of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA) for Amansie Central.
Minister for Education Inaugurates Planning Committee for 2025 TVET Week Celebration
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu inaugurated the Planning Committee for the 2025 TVET Week Celebration in Accra. The event marked a strategic step towards highlighting the importance of technical and vocational education in job creation, skills development, and national progress.
Kumawu MP Organises Career Guidance and Orientation for 2025 BECE Candidates
Hon. Ernest Yaw Anim, MP for Kumawu, in partnership with the Sekyere Kumawu Education Directorate, has organised a comprehensive career guidance and orientation programme for the 2025 BECE candidates. The initiative, which took place across six venues in the district, focused on career planning, exam preparation, and school selection.
Government to Include Private Schools in the Free SHS
Hon. Dr. Clement Aba Apaak, Deputy Minister for Education and MP for Builsa South, has announced that private schools will be included in the Free SHS programme from the next academic year. This initiative aims to phase out the Double Track system.
Development of Curriculum in Ghana
What is curriculum? The type of curriculum used in Ghana? The full meaning of NaCCA? What are the functions of NaCCA?
Ghanaian Athlete Benjamin Azamati Secures Spot in Tokyo 2025 World Championships
Ghanaian sprint sensation Benjamin Azamati has qualified for the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo with a blazing 9.98s run at the McNabb Sprint Series in California. The 26-year-old, who holds Ghana’s national 100m record…
Interior Minister Appeals to People of Northern Region to Strive for Peace and Unity
Hon. Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka, Ghana’s Interior Minister and MP for Asawase, has urged residents of the Northern Region to set aside differences and work toward lasting peace. Speaking during a visit to Muslim leaders and Zongo chiefs in Tamale.
Expect Data Cost Reduction by End of 2025: Sam George Assures Ghanaians
Hon. Samuel Nartey George, Minister of Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovation, has assured Ghanaians that data costs will drop by the end of 2025. Speaking at the 2025 World Telecommunication and Information Society Day, he highlighted ongoing efforts with telecom stakeholders to make internet access more affordable nationwide.
Vice President Jane Opoku-Agyemang Arrives in Ghana from London
Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has returned to Ghana from London after a brief illness. She was warmly received by President John Dramani Mahama, First Lady Lordina Mahama, and other top officials.
Minister for Finance Inaugurates 13-Member Board of Directors of Ghana GoldBoD
Hon. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, Ghana’s Minister for Finance, on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, has inaugurated a 13-member Board of Directors for the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBoD) in Accra. Highlighting Ghana’s strategic focus on gold, he revealed that the cedi has appreciated steadily in Ghana.
Ato Forson Inaugurates New Board of Directors for COCOBOD
Hon. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson has inaugurated a new Board of Directors for COCOBOD, chaired by Dr. Samuel Ofosu Ampofo. At the ceremony held in Accra on May 16, 2025, the Finance Minister outlined strategic initiatives to revamp Ghana’s cocoa sector, including the acquisition of 200 hectares for plantation farming.
Ghana’s Former Chief Justice, Kwasi Anin-Yeboah, Appointed Deputy Chairperson of FIFA Adjudicatory
Justice Kwasi Anin-Yeboah, former Chief Justice of Ghana, has been appointed as the Deputy Chairperson of the Adjudicatory Chamber of the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA). His four-year term was announced at the 75th FIFA Congress in Asunción, Paraguay.
GES Announces Date for Training and Sensitization on the 2025 School Selection and Placement Exercise
The Ghana Education Service (GES), in partnership with the Free SHS Secretariat and Ghana TVET, has announced the training and sensitization schedule for the 2025 School Selection and Placement Guidelines. The programme will run from 19th May to 7th June 2025, with directives for Regional and District Education Directors to facilitate participation.
GES Management HQ Engages with Private School Associations’ Ghana Executive
The Ghana Education Service (GES) Headquarters met with the Ghana Executive of Private School Associations on May 14, 2025, in Accra to discuss leveraging private school infrastructure to support the Free SHS programme, reduce congestion in public schools, and phase out the double-track system.
MULTIPAC Ghana Ltd Donates Motorbikes and Water to Support Community Policing Activities
Multipac Ghana Ltd has donated 12 motorbikes and 200 packs of Perla bottled water to the Ghana Police Service to support community policing efforts. The presentation, made by General Manager Rabea Bourji and received by IGP Christian Tetteh Yohuno, aims to enhance police mobility and strengthen operations.
Download NaCCA-Approved Readers and Storybooks
What are the NaCCA-approved readers and storybooks? Want to know which books are recommended for KG1 to JHS 3? Need a downloadable list of approved reading materials (books) in Ghana?
NaCCA-Approved JHS 1 Literature Book for 2027 BECE
Which literature book has NaCCA approved for JHS1 in the 2024/2025 academic year? What will replace Cockcrow for the 2027 BECE? Who authored The Beacon of Light Commentary?
Central Region Welcomes New Regional Education Director
Dr. (Mrs.) Juliette Dufie Otami has been appointed as the substantive Regional Education Director for the Central Region. With over 25 years of experience in the education sector and a recent role as District Director for Abura Asebu Kwamankese
