Education Minister says about 51,000 promoted teachers will be processed and paid as efforts continue to address outstanding promotion and salary-related issues within the Ghana Education Service
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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 Releases 2023 Capitation Grant Arrears to District Accounts
The Ghana Education Service has released the 2023 Capitation Grant arrears to District Education Directorates for onward transfer to schools before the reopening of the 2026/2027 academic year.
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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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How to Change Your School Placement: A Simple Guide for BECE Candidates and Parents
Are you a 2026 BECE candidate or parent facing challenges with school placement? Sir Joe provides a simple and detailed guide to help candidates and parents understand and resolve programme, residential, school placement, and other related issues.
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Welcome Back to School!
Basic schools across Ghana reopen on September 8, 2026, marking the beginning of the 2026/27 academic year. GH Educate welcomes learners and teachers back to school.
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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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Government to Adopt NaCCA’s Revised Basic School Curriculum After Cabinet Approval
The Government is yet to formally adopt NaCCA’s revised curriculum for Kindergarten to Primary Six. The proposed curriculum is currently under review by the Ghana Education Service before it is submitted to Cabinet for approval.
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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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COHBS Elects New National Executives to Lead Association into a New Era
The Conference of Heads of Basic Schools (COHBS) has elected a new National Executive Committee to lead the association, with Nicholas Nii Kpakpoe Addo emerging as National President following the 2026 National Executives Election.
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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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Download – PLC Handbook 2 for Basic Schools : Curriculum Lead’s Copy
Professional Learning Community Handbook 1 for Basic SchoolsWorking to the National Teachers’ StandardsCurriculum Lead’s Version Download Handbook Here 👇 Background…
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NAGRAT Announces Reduction of Loan Interest Rate from 12% to 10% Effective July 1, 2026
“In a significant move to improve the financial wellbeing of graduate teachers, NAGRAT has announced a reduction in its loan interest rate from 12% to 10%, alongside other reforms aimed at making credit more affordable and accessible to members nationwide.”
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From Classroom to Police Cell: BECE Candidate Arrested Over Alleged Teacher Assault
“A society that fails to protect its teachers risks weakening the very foundation of education and national development.”
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Kumasi Wesley Girls SHS Wins Maiden Ashanti AI Challenge
The Ashanti Regional Education Directorate has successfully held the maiden 2026 Girls in ICT Day in Kumasi, empowering senior high school girls with practical AI skills to shape their future.
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Kumawu MP, Ernest Yaw Anim, to Serve on Board of Governors of Kumasi Academy SHS
Kumawu MP Ernest Yaw Anim has been appointed to the Board of Governors of Kumasi Academy SHS and will also serve as Vice President of the school’s Past Students Association (KASPA), reaffirming his commitment to educational development.
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Poor but Proud? The Silent Shame Some Pupils Face on Career Day
“When a child feels less confident because of what they cannot afford, education has missed an important step.” Career Day…
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Konongo-Mampong Diocesan CYO Trains 106 Parish Officers in Landmark Leadership Programme
“Equipped with knowledge, guided by faith, and inspired by experience, these young leaders are ready to transform their communities and uplift the image of the Church.”
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74th Annual WAEC Council Meeting to End Today in Accra
The 74th WAEC Council Meeting in Accra is set to conclude today after key discussions on exam integrity, policy reforms, and regional education collaboration.
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Top Free Tools Ghanaian Teachers Can Use to Prepare Lesson Plans Faster (2026 Guide)
Discover the top free tools Ghanaian teachers can use to prepare lesson plans faster in 2026. Learn how Google Docs, Canva, ChatGPT, and more can improve teaching and save time.
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Kumawu 2026 Miss Papa Nantwie Beauty Pageant: Vote for Jenat’s Victory
Miss Fedaus Jenat of Bodomase Senior High Technical School is aiming for glory in the Kumawu 2026 Miss Papa Nantwie Beauty Pageant. With grace, intelligence, and cultural pride, she calls on Bodomase residents, leaders, students, and the diaspora to unite in support and help bring the crown home. Every vote contributes to celebrating talent, community, and heritage.
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Growing Beyond the Limitations: A Message to Every Student
“Your background may shape your beginning, but it does not decide your ending. When students choose discipline over excuses and growth over comfort, limitations lose their power and the future begins to change.”
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Certificates Open Doors, but Knowledge Sustains Success: A Wake-Up Call for Ghanaian Students and Stakeholders
In Ghana today, academic certificates are celebrated as symbols of success. Yet, as education progresses, it is clear that credentials alone do not guarantee competence, wisdom, or leadership. This editorial urges students, teachers, and stakeholders to embrace knowledge, discipline, and character as the true determinants of long-term success.
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Twi Proverbs to English Day 1 : Simple Explanations for Quick Learning
Free Twi learning journey with these carefully selected proverbs translated into English. Each proverb comes with a short and clear explanation to help learners understand its meaning and real life application.
It is Ideal for students, teachers, and cultural enthusiasts.
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Constructivism as a Learning Theory: Meaning, Key Thinkers, and Classroom Applications
Constructivism is a learning theory that explains how learners build knowledge through experience, reflection, and active participation. In this simple guide I do my best to cover the meaning, key theorists, and practical classroom examples.
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Wesley Grammar School Bus Catches Fire at Kasoa Tollbooth
“It was a terrifying moment, but the swift and calm response of the driver and teachers saved every life on board,” authorities said after a Wesley Grammar School bus burst into flames at the Kasoa Tollbooth.
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No Hair Style or Long Hair in Schools – Haruna Iddrisu, Education Minister
“If we give in to hair today, tomorrow it will be shoes. Schools exist to mould character, and that requires discipline and consistency,” – Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, Education Minister