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UCC Opens Admission for 2026 3-Semester Sandwich Programme – Apply Now The University of Cape Coast (UCC) has officially opened admissions for its 3-Semester Sandwich Programme for 2026 .  This programme presents an excellent opportunity for teachers across Ghana to further their education, strengthen their professional skills, and advance their careers. By upgrading their qualifications, participants can open doors to greater career prospects, increased expertise in teaching, and enhanced contributions to the education sector. The UCC Institute of Education 3-Semester Sandwich Programme is tailored for holders of the Diploma in Basic Education (DBE). It provides teachers with the opportunity to earn a Bachelor of Education (Post-DBE) through a flexible sandwich learning system. Offered in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), the programme is designed to support working teachers seeking both academic advancement and pro...

GES Launches Nationwide Verification Exercise to Audit and Strengthen the School Feeding Programme The Ghana Education Service (GES) has formally informed all Regional Directors of Education about a forthcoming nationwide verification exercise intended to support a special audit of the Ghana School Feeding Programme (GSFP).  The exercise forms part of broader efforts to reinforce accountability and ensure prudent management of public resources within the programme. In an official letter dated 15 January 2026 and signed by the Acting Deputy Director-General in charge of Quality Assurance, Dr. Munawaru Issahaque, GES disclosed that the Audit Service will undertake a comprehensive review of all beneficiary schools. The audit will cover activities and records spanning from 1 January 2017 to 31 December 2024. Verification Exercise to Commence in February 2026 The verification exercise is scheduled to begin on Monday, 2 February 2026. GES Management has directed that auditors be granted ...

Just In | GES Diploma & University Graduate Recruitment To Be Decentralized. The Government of Ghana is considering a major reform in the education sector aimed at fundamentally changing how teachers are recruited, posted, and managed across the country.  The proposed policy seeks to decentralize the recruitment of diploma and university graduate teachers from the central administration to Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs). This development was announced by the Minister of Education, Mr. Haruna Iddrisu, on January 31, 2026, during the 14th congregation of St. John Bosco’s College of Education. The announcement has already attracted significant attention among teachers, graduates, and education stakeholders nationwide. Government to Review Centralized GES Recruitment System Minister Iddrisu explained that President John Dramani Mahama has directed a comprehensive review of the current centralized teacher recruitment system managed by the Ghana Education Se...

GES Releases Arrangements for 2025 Supplementary Promotion Examinations. The Ghana Education Service (GES) has completed the finalization of arrangements for the 2025 Supplementary Promotion Examinations .  Index numbers have been allocated to all shortlisted candidates, and their designated examination centres have been formally confirmed. The examinations are scheduled to take place on 17th February, 2026 . To ensure seamless administration, the examination centres have been strategically zoned according to regions. Candidates are required to report to the centres assigned to their respective regions and are expected to comply with all examination protocols. Regional Directors have been mandated to disseminate this information promptly to all applicants to guarantee effective communication and coordination. Examination Centres by Region •Wesley College of Education, Kumasi – Ahafo, Ashanti, Bono, Bono East, Western, Western North •Accra College of Education, Accra – Central, Ea...

  Why Teachers Must Increase Their Monthly Mutual Fund Contribution. Teachers regularly deal with financial pressures that extend beyond their monthly salaries. Medical bills, family commitments, retirement preparation, and sudden emergencies can place heavy demands on income.  Depending only on salaries and pensions often leaves gaps, especially when urgent needs arise. This makes union-managed mutual support funds an important source of financial relief for teachers. This article explains the importance of increasing monthly mutual fund contributions, how teacher mutual funds operate, and why contributing above the minimum level offers stronger financial security. Understanding Teachers’ Mutual Fund Contributions A teachers’ mutual fund contribution is a monthly amount deducted from a teacher’s salary and paid into a collective welfare fund administered by a recognised teacher union or association. The fund exists primarily to support members during difficult moments rather ...

CAGD Confirms Restoration of Salaries for Over 2,000 Public Sector Workers After Verification. The Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) has announced that the salaries of more than 2,000 public sector workers, which were earlier put on hold, will be restored after the completion of a verification process and the necessary clearance from the Audit Service. According to the Department, the salary suspension was a temporary measure taken in line with recommendations from the Auditor-General and in full compliance with Public Financial Management (PFM) regulations. The move, it explained, was part of efforts to strengthen payroll integrity and ensure that only duly verified workers remain on the government payroll. Speaking in an interview with Citi News on Monday, 2 February 2026, the Controller and Accountant-General, Kwasi Agyei, stressed that the Department remains committed to transparency, accountability, and the prompt payment of legitimate salaries in accordance wi...