Teacher unions in Ghana have raised renewed concerns over unpaid promotion salaries and arrears, following the expiration of a September 24 deadline given to government. The dispute involves the 2025 promotion placement, promotion arrears, renewal of the Collective Agreement and payment of the Deprived Area Allowance, with an indefinite strike declaration reported from concerned teachers in the Ashanti Region.
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Sad! – Ahafo Ano South West DCE Abubakar Sedik Dies After Brief Illness
The District Chief Executive (DCE) for Ahafo Ano South West District in the Ashanti Region, Hon. Abubakar Sedik, has died…
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Ghana Marks Founder’s Day, Honours Kwame Nkrumah
Ghana marks Founder’s Day on September 21, 2026, honouring Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah and remembering his contribution to Ghana’s independence and African unity.
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Foreign Affairs Ministry Releases 200-Page Report on GH¢49.7m South Africa Evacuation
The Foreign Affairs Ministry has submitted a more than 200-page RTI report detailing expenditure on the evacuation of 1,964 Ghanaians from South Africa at a total cost of GH¢49.7 million.
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“Stop Forcing Students to Buy Particular Brands of Trunks, Chop Boxes” – GES to SHS Heads
GES has issued two directives addressing the use of trunks and chop boxes, student accommodation and unauthorised charges in SHS.
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If You Admit Students Outside the CSSPS You Shall be Sanctioned – GES Warns SHS Heads
The Ghana Education Service has directed SHS and SHTS heads to admit only students placed through the CSSPS for the 2026 placement cycle.
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Release of Capitation Grant Areas for 2023 to All Basic Schools in Ghana
GES has released the 2023 Capitation Grant arrears to District Education Directorates and directed that funds be transferred to schools before reopening.
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GES Declares 25th September 2026 as National CPD Day
The Ghana Education Service has declared Friday, 25th September 2026, as National Continuous Professional Development Day for staff.
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Non-Teaching Staff: 2026 GES Promotion Applications Open
GES has opened applications for the 2026 promotion exercise for serving non-teaching staff across various classes, with applications running from September 14 to 28, 2026.
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GES Directs SHS Heads: “Don’t Change Back to Single-Track Now”
The Ghana Education Service has directed double-track Senior High Schools to wait before transitioning to single-track until identified needs are met.
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Okudzeto Ablakwa Donates 2,269 Mattresses, Chop Boxes and Other Materials to 2026 BECE Candidates
Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa donates mattresses, chop boxes and other materials for 2026 BECE candidates
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Bernice Offei Dies at Age 63
Ghanaian gospel musician Bernice Offei dies at age 63
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Government to Recruit 10,000 Teachers
Government to recruit 10,000 teachers and nurses next year
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Iñaki Williams Retires from International Football
Inaki Williams Retires from International Football
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Hon. Ernest Yaw Anim, Kumawu MP Supports 60 Tertiary Students
Kumawu MP offers financial support for 60 Tertiary Students in his Constituency.
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PRESEC Legon Wins the 2026 NSMQ
Presbyterian Boys’ (PRESEC), Legon Wins the 2026 National Maths and Science Quiz (NSMQ)
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Complete Your Admission Online: A Simple Guide for BECE Candidates and Parents
The Ministry of Education, GES, and the Free SHS Secretariat have introduced a Universal Admission Portal to help 2026 BECE candidates, parents, and guardians conveniently complete their admission processes online for placed SHS, SHTS, and TVET schools.
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GES Releases National Harmonised Prospectus for 2026/2027 SHS Admission
GES has released the National Harmonised Prospectus for 2026/2027 SHS and SHTS admission, outlining requirements for boarding and day students.
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Teacher Unions Back GES Automatic Salary Adjustments for Newly Promoted Teachers
The three major teacher unions—GNAT, NAGRAT and PRETAG—have backed the Ghana Education Service’s assurance to automatically place newly promoted teachers on their appropriate grades and salary scales.
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President Mahama Assents to 10 Bills, Giving New Laws Legal Effect
President John Dramani Mahama has signed 10 Bills into law, introducing major changes in taxation, cocoa, customs, justice, energy and national defence.
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BREAKING: Mahama Makes Further Ministerial Changes
President John Dramani Mahama has announced further changes to his government, with Abdul-Rashid Pelpuo, Emmanuel Kwadwo Agyekum and Ernest Brogya Genfi receiving new assignments.
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Kumawu Qualifies for the Semi-Finals of the Otumfuo Community Reading Challenge
Kumawu District has qualified for the semi-final stage of the Otumfuo Community Reading Challenge after Randy Boakye Yiadom of Bodomase St. Stephen R/C JHS narrowly defeated Agogo District
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GES Commences 2026 School Selection and Upload Exercise for BECE Candidates
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has activated the WAEC portal for the capturing and uploading of 2026 BECE candidates’ school selection data.
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Premier League 2026/27 : Meet the 20 Managers Leading the Race for Glory
Who are the managers in the 2026/27 Premier League? Here is the complete list of all 20 coaches, from Mikel Arteta to Roberto De Zerbi.
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Teams in the 2026/27 Premier League Season: Full List of 20 Clubs
The 2026/27 Premier League season features 20 teams. Here is the full list, including Arsenal, Liverpool, Man United, Man City and the three promoted clubs.
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Premier League Matchweek 1 Analysis: Surprises, Winners, Losers and Early Warning Signs
The first weekend of the 2026/27 Premier League season delivered major surprises, dramatic wins and early warning signs. Here is our Matchweek 1 analysis.
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Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Departs Ghana for US Ahead of Akwasidae
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, has departed Ghana for the United States ahead of a special Akwasidae Kɛse celebration in Maryland.
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“You Ran at a Loss Selling Water, the Cheapest Commodity on Earth” – Sammy Gyamfi Mocks Afenyo-Markin
GoldBod CEO Sammy Gyamfi has taken a fresh swipe at Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, citing alleged losses at Ghana Water Company and ECG.
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Hull City Stun Manchester United 2-0 in Premier League Opener
Hull City stunned Manchester United 2-0 at the MKM Stadium in their 2026/27 Premier League opener, with Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy scoring before half-time.
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“I Did Not Steal Anything” – Ohemaa Sappama Breaks Silence on Viral Theft Video
Former Ghana’s Most Beautiful 2023 contestant Ohemaa Sappama Angela has denied stealing anything after a viral video showed her being confronted at Tafo Market in Kumasi.