The Ministry of Education has met with the Teacher Unions, GES and the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission over delays in teachers’ promotion placements and salary adjustments. The unions have given the relevant authorities until September 7, 2026, to resolve outstanding issues
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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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GES Promotion Examination: Framework, Format and 10 Key Content Areas for Director II and Director I
The GES promotion examination for Deputy Director to Director II and Director II to Director I will have 100 questions in two hours, covering 10 key content areas.
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GES Opens 2026 Teacher Promotion Application Portal from PS to DD
The Ghana Education Service has opened the 2026 Teacher Promotion Application Portal for eligible serving teachers seeking promotion to Principal Superintendent, Assistant Director II, Assistant Director I and Deputy Director.
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GES Denies Cancellation of Free SHS Policy, Warns Against GH¢1,500 Payment Claim
GES has denied claims that Free SHS has been cancelled and that parents must pay GH¢1,500 for chop boxes and trunks, urging the public to ignore the false publication.
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Education Ministry to Address Concerns Raised by Private Schools Over 2026 BECE Results, Dr. Apaak Assures
Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Abas Apaak, has assured the Ghana National Association of Private Schools (GNAPS) that concerns raised over the provisional 2026 BECE results will receive due attention.
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University of Cape Coast eCampus: Apply for Fully Online Degree Programmes
The University of Cape Coast (UCC) is inviting applications for its 100% online postgraduate and doctoral degree programmes through the UCC eCampus.
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WAEC Releases 2026 BECE Provisional Results
he West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the provisional results of the 2026 BECE for School Candidates.
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Applicants to Receive Appointment Letters on Friday, July 24 – Education Minister
ducation Minister Hon. Haruna Iddrisu has announced that successful applicants in the 2026 Ghana Education Service teacher recruitment exercise should expect their appointment letters by Friday, July 24
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GES Releases 2026/2027 Academic Calendar for Basic Schools in Ghana
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially released the 2026/2027 academic calendar for all basic schools in Ghana. The calendar outlines reopening dates, vacation periods, mid-term breaks, and the scheduled dates for the 2027 BECE examination.
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GES Approves Prices for School Uniforms, House Dresses and School Cloth for First-Year SHS Students
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has revised the approved quantities and prices for school uniforms, house dresses, and school cloth for first-year SHS students for the 2024/2025 academic year.
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GES Assures Placement for All Qualified BECE Candidates Into SHS and Technical Schools
“No qualified BECE candidate will be left behind — GES assures parents and students amid placement concerns.”
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GES Announces Release of 2025 Teacher Promotion Examination Results on Wednesday, May 13
“After months of anticipation, GES finally releases the 2025 Teacher Promotion Examination results nationwide.”
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Do You Remember? Teacher Loses Eye After Enforcing Discipline in School Attack
“Do You Remember? He only asked a student to return to class — but the response changed his life forever.”
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GNAT Criticises Government Over 7,000 Teacher Recruitment Amid Rising Graduate Unemployment
“7,000 jobs for over 100,000 trained teachers—GNAT calls it a decision that risks deepening frustration and unemployment.”
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Tragedy: UCC Lecturer, Teaching Assistant Killed in Fatal Road Accident
“A painful loss to academia—two dedicated educators gone too soon in a tragic accident.”
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GES, PSC Summon Applicants Over Date of Birth Discrepancies in Major Verification Exercise
“GES and PSC move to correct long-standing date of birth discrepancies in a strict verification exercise affecting applicants nationwide.”
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Teacher Promotion Aptitude Test Results (Dec 2025) to Be Released Soon
“For many teachers, the release of the promotion results is not just about grades—it is about recognition, growth, and a step toward a better future.”
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Breaking News: Change of Name – AAMUSTED Is Now USTED
The Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development has officially announced a change of its name to the University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development, Kumasi (USTED) following the passage of Act 1162 (2025).
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GES Announces Mid-Term Break for All Basic Schools in Ghana
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced a two-day mid-term break for all basic schools across Ghana from March 9 to March 10. Teachers and students are expected to resume academic activities on Wednesday, March 11
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Many Doctorate Degrees Awarded to Ghanaians Are Not Genuine – GTEC Cries
The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has revealed that many doctorate degrees held by Ghanaians are not genuine, as they were awarded by unaccredited foreign institutions. The Commission says the ongoing crackdown is aimed at protecting the integrity of Ghana’s tertiary education system.
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Central Region Wins Miss GNATLAS 2025 at Ejisu Abankro
Central Region wins Miss GNATLAS 2025 as Mary Spiers Asante-Koomson emerges top at the Grand Finale held in Ejisu Abankro, Ashanti Region.
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Miss GNATLAS Grand Finale 2025 Held at Ejisu Abankro
GNATLAS holds Miss GNATLAS Grand Finale 2025 at Ejisu Abankro as part of the National Round Table, celebrating female teachers from all regions of Ghana.
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BREAKING NEWS: GES Releases Outstanding Perishable Funds to SHS and SHTS
GES has released all outstanding perishable funds owed to SHSs and SHTSs for July–October 2025, with schools instructed to confirm receipt through their Regional Accountants. The update brings relief to heads of institutions managing feeding operations.
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National JHS Science and Maths Quiz Debuts in 2025, Scheduled for 1st – 6th December
Ghana is set to launch its first-ever National Junior High School Science and Maths Quiz in December 2025, marking a major expansion of STEM education at the basic school level. The competition—scheduled for 1st to 6th December 2025—will bring together regional champions from across the country for a national showdown designed to nurture young scientific talent.
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WAEC Releases 2025 WASSCE Provisional Results
WAEC has released the provisional results for the 2025 WASSCE for School Candidates in Ghana. The Council confirmed cancellations and withheld results following irregularities and cautioned the public against fraudsters claiming they can upgrade results.
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GES Suspends Implementation of New PTA Guidelines; Schools Ordered to Halt Levy Collection Immediately
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has directed all Senior High and Technical Schools to immediately suspend the implementation of the new PTA Guidelines and halt the collection of PTA levies across the country
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Ghana Teacher Prize 2025 Set for Official Launch on 20 August
“This year’s Ghana Teacher Prize launch will set the stage for a nationwide celebration of the heroes shaping Ghana’s future through education.”
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GES Ashanti Opens Applications for 2025 Study Leave with Pay
“This isn’t just a chance to study, it’s a chance to grow, return, and uplift the system that nurtured you,” the Regional Director emphasized, calling on teachers to seize the opportunity responsibly.
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Ashanti Regional Director of Education Opens 5-Day Assessment Workshop with Call for Professionalism and Commitment
“This training is not just about compliance. It’s about empowering teachers and leaders to assess meaningfully, teach responsively, and support learners effectively,” Dr. William Kwame Amankra Appiah.
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Ashanti Regional Education Directorate Trains SHS Assistant Heads of Academics and HODs on New Assessment and Education Reform
The Ashanti Regional Education Directorate has trained SHS academic heads and HODs on Ghana’s new secondary education assessment system and school improvement plans, across four zonal centres.