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FeaturedEducation Minister Hon. Haruna Iddrisu says the government is considering a major review of disciplinary measures in Senior High Schools to give the Ghana Education Service (GES) stronger powers to tackle student indiscipline. The proposed reforms aim to address the rising cases of misconduct and restore discipline in schools through tougher enforcement.
FeaturedThe Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced an immediate increase in the daily feeding grant for students in special needs schools from GH¢8 to GH¢15 nationwide. He said the increment is aimed at improving nutrition, enhancing student welfare, and creating a more supportive learning environment for learners with special needs.
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has reaffirmed its ban on post-graduation ceremonies, describing the growing displays of wealth and extravagance at such events as a foreign culture that does not align with Ghanaian values. Director-General Prof. Ernest Davis said the directive remains in force to promote discipline, equality, and academic focus in schools.
The Education Minister has expressed concern over the rising cases of indiscipline in Senior High Schools and called for collective action to address the problem. He urged parents and teachers to strengthen guidance, mentorship, and moral training to help curb student misconduct.
FeaturedPresident John Dramani Mahama has signed the Legal Education Reform Bill, 2025 into law, officially ending the 66-year monopoly of the Ghana School of Law on professional legal education in Ghana. The new law is expected to expand access to legal training by allowing other accredited institutions to offer professional legal education.
BreakingA nursing mother sitting for the BECE in Krachi East briefly paused her Integrated Science paper when her crying baby was brought into the examination hall. She was allowed, under strict supervision, to attend to the child before resuming the exam.
BreakingParents and guardians in Jamestown are demanding urgent action after Wisdom Academy allegedly collected BECE registration fees but failed to register students for the exams. They are calling on the Ghana Education Service to investigate and ensure affected candidates are allowed to sit for the exams.
FeaturedEducation Minister Haruna Iddrisu has wished 2026 BECE candidates well, urging them to stay confident, calm, and give their best during the exams. He also encouraged them to maintain honesty and discipline, reminding them to trust in their preparation as the exams run from May 4 to May 11.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court has dismissed Wesley Girls’ attempt to strike out a constitutional case challenging its religious policies, allowing the case to proceed. The court ruled that the school’s Board of Governors can be sued and must remain part of the case. The decision sets the stage for a major legal debate on religious rules in schools and students’ constitutional rights.
The government has announced an expansion of the Free Senior High School programme to include Technical and Vocational Education streams at all 900 public senior high schools.