4 d. ago University of Ghana suspends admissions at six centres over accreditation issues

The University of Ghana has suspended admissions into six of its learning centres for the 2026/27 academic year after the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) flagged the facilities for operating without accreditation.

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4 d. ago Gov’t to make education free for all persons with disabilities from January 2026 – Education Minister

Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has told Parliament that the government will make education completely free for all persons with disabilities from January 1, 2026.

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1 week ago 2026 Budget prioritises people, social protection and prosperity — Finance Minister

Government has placed human development and shared prosperity at the centre of the 2026 Budget, with significant funding commitments across social protection, health, education, creative industries and infrastructure.

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1 week ago Health Minister reaffirms gov’t commitment to expanding health facilities

The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has concluded a working visit to key health installations and traditional authorities in the Savannah Region, underscoring the government’s renewed commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure, service delivery, and resolving long-standing operational challenges in the sector.

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1 week ago Africa Tech 2025: MTN, Gov’t Commit to Expanding AI, Broadband, and Innovation Growth

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Isaac Kofi Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-tech-2025-mtn-govt-commit-to-expanding-ai-broadband-and-innovation-growth/The Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has unveiled Ghana’s ambitious digital transformation agenda, anchored on policy reforms, advanced infrastructure, and strong support for local innovators. Speaking at the Africa Tech Festival 2025 in Cape Town, Minister George said the government is committed to building a resilient digital economy through investments […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Isaac Kofi Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-tech-2025-mtn-govt-commit-to-expanding-ai-broadband-and-innovation-growth/

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2 w. ago Eduwatch critiques Ghana’s 2026 education budget, highlights key gaps

The Africa Education Watch has raised concerns regarding the allocation of funds for the education sector, urging the government to take more decisive steps to address persistent gaps in funding, teacher recruitment, and infrastructure development.

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2 w. ago 2026 FIFA World Cup: Gov’t sets up committee to drive Ghana’s preparation

The Ministry of Sports and Recreation has inaugurated a high-level committee to oversee Ghana’s preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following the Black Stars’ successful qualification for the tournament

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2 w. ago Free education, expanded support coming for special needs learners – Education Minister

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has announced major plans to expand government support for learners with special needs across the country, including a proposal to introduce free education in all special and integrated schools from January 2026.

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3 w. ago Gov’t commits over GH¢86bn to roads and education in 2026 Budget

Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has announced sweeping investments in road infrastructure and education as part of the government’s 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy, pledging to accelerate national development and improve access to quality education.

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3 w. ago Eduwatch Demands Higher Education Investment in 2026 National Budget

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/eduwatch-demands-higher-education-investment-in-2026-national-budget/Africa Education Watch (Eduwatch), a prominent education advocacy organization, has urged the Ghanaian government to significantly increase funding for the education sector in the upcoming 2026 budget, citing concerns that current allocations fall below internationally recognized standards. Kofi Asare, Executive Director of Eduwatch, criticized the 2025 budget for failing to meet minimum global benchmarks for […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/eduwatch-demands-higher-education-investment-in-2026-national-budget/

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