3 d. ago Haruna Iddrisu demands tough sanctions for officials implicated in galamsey

The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has called for strict punishment of public servants and political office holders found to be involved in illegal mining activities, insisting that only firm sanctions can serve as an effective deterrent against galamsey.

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3 d. ago Unemployment continues to threaten Ghana’s stability – Haruna Iddrisu

The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has cautioned that unemployment constitutes a “ticking time bomb” for the country, underscoring the imperative for immediate and sustained policy interventions, particularly in tackling rising youth joblessness.

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3 d. ago The Licensure Fallacy: A misplaced narrative on WASSCE performance

In the wake of the recently released West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results, public debate has been regrettably shaped by a misleading narrative suggesting that student underperformance is a direct consequence of teachers failing licensure examinations. This assertion, made by the Hon. Minister of Education on JoyNews program EduWatch, is not only factually […]

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4 d. ago Mahama’s trust well placed, I remain focused on fixing education – Haruna Iddrisu

The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has rejected suggestions that he is dissatisfied with his posting to the Education Ministry, describing his appointment as a purposeful move by President John Dramani Mahama to drive far-reaching reforms in the sector.

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4 d. ago Gov’t secures $30m Chinese grant for new university of science and technology in Damongo

The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced that President John Dramani Mahama has allocated $30 million in grant funding from the Chinese government to begin construction of a new University of Science and Technology in Damongo. The disclosure was made during the inauguration of the Governing Councils of four Colleges of Education—Agogo Presbyterian Women’s […]

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4 d. ago Education Minister commends St. Peter’s SHS for exiting double

The Education Minister has lauded St. Peter’s School in Kwahu for ending the double-track system, describing it as a major milestone in enhancing students’ learning experience.

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4 d. ago Education Ministry Advances Curriculum Review to Build 21st Century Skills

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/education-ministry-advances-curriculum-review-to-build-21st-century-skills/Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu is leading a comprehensive review of Ghana’s education curriculum aimed at equipping learners with skills needed for global competitiveness, with stakeholder consultations currently underway before the revised framework is finalized. The Ministry has been actively gathering input from key education stakeholders throughout 2025 as part of efforts to modernize Ghana’s learning […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/education-ministry-advances-curriculum-review-to-build-21st-century-skills/

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5 d. ago Youth must be critical consumers of political communication – Dr. Adutwum

Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, former Minister for Education, has challenged Ghanaian youth to be critical consumers of political communication, warning that, much of the negativity dominating political discourse is deliberately crafted to influence votes rather than reflect reality.

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8 d. ago Education Ministry updates EMIS indicators to strengthen ICT integration in schools

The Ministry of Education has completed a review and update of key indicators under the Education Management Information System (EMIS) to better reflect the integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in education service delivery.

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9 d. ago Education Minister raises concern over prolonged CETAG strike

The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has raised concerns over the ongoing strike by the Colleges of Education Teachers Association (CETAG), warning that it is negatively affecting academic activities across the country.

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1 week ago Jail corrupt officials in galamsey fight – Haruna Iddrisu to Judiciary

Haruna Iddrisu, Minister of Education, has urged the judiciary to impose custodial sentences on public officials and politicians found culpable of engaging in illegal mining.

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1 week ago Education Ministry confirms November teacher allowances paid after ‘technical delay’

The Ministry of Education has confirmed that all teacher allowances for November 2025 have now been fully processed and paid, following a brief technical delay in the payroll system.

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1 week ago Education minister targets financial literacy, AI, coding and robotics in basic schools

Ghana’s foundational learning system is poised for a major overhaul, with the Ministry of Education announcing plans to integrate cutting-edge subjects like Artificial Intelligence (AI), coding, and financial literacy into the basic school curriculum.

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1 week ago Education Minister commends UEW for commitment to teacher development

Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has commended the leadership of the University of Education, Winneba (UEW) for their unwavering commitment to teacher development, digital innovation, academic excellence and graduate employability.

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2 w. ago Adutwum Pledges Tweneboah Koduah University for Kumawu if Elected President

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/adutwum-pledges-tweneboah-koduah-university-for-kumawu-if-elected-president/New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential aspirant Yaw Osei Adutwum pledged to establish Tweneboah Koduah University at Kumawu in the Ashanti Region during a campaign visit to delegates on Thursday, December 11, 2025. Adutwum, a former Education Minister, highlighted his previous work in the constituency, citing developments such as the Besoro modern school building and a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/adutwum-pledges-tweneboah-koduah-university-for-kumawu-if-elected-president/

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2 w. ago HIV campaign: Education ministry targets marginalised children with UN

The Ministry of Education has launched a major new policy, the Education Plus Initiative, signalling an intensified commitment to halt the rising tide of new HIV infections, particularly among the nation's most vulnerable groups.

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2 w. ago Ghana Technical Vocational Education Enrollment Surges One Hundred Ninety Three Percent

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-technical-vocational-education-enrollment-surges-one-hundred-ninety-three-percent/Enrollment at Ghana’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions has grown approximately 193 percent since 2020, rising from 25,091 students to 73,434 in 2024 as infrastructure modernization and curriculum reforms transform public perception. Planet One Group collaborates with the Ministry of Education on phase two expanding state of the art TVET centers nationwide, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-technical-vocational-education-enrollment-surges-one-hundred-ninety-three-percent/

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2 w. ago Underfunding and GH¢12bn arrears crippling education delivery – Ntim Fordjour

Former Deputy Minister of Education, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, has warned that persistent underfunding and a backlog of over GH¢12 billion in budgetary arrears to the Ministry of Education are undermining the country’s learning outcomes.

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2 w. ago Pay teacher allowances to improve student performance – Ntim Fordjour urges gov’t

Former Deputy Minister of Education, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, has urged the government to urgently release funds to the Ministry of Education and clear all outstanding teacher allowances, saying these steps are vital to improving student performance nationwide.

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2 w. ago Karpowership Ghana Inspires 300 Girls to Pursue TVET Careers in Male Dominated Fields

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/karpowership-ghana-inspires-300-girls-to-pursue-tvet-careers-in-male-dominated-fields/Karpowership Ghana in collaboration with education and gender ministries held a programme in Takoradi inspiring over 300 female students to explore careers in traditionally male dominated technical and vocational fields. The initiative held at Fijai Senior High School in October brought together students from 10 basic and senior high schools alongside teachers and parents to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/karpowership-ghana-inspires-300-girls-to-pursue-tvet-careers-in-male-dominated-fields/

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