President Mahama Launches "Teacher Dabre" Initiative to Improve Rural Education and Teacher Welfare

President Mahama Unveils “Teacher Dabre” Initiative to Address Rural Area Teacher Shortages.

President John Dramani Mahama has introduced the "Teacher Dabre" initiative, a policy designed to provide accommodation for teachers in rural areas to improve their welfare and encourage long-term retention.


While delivering the State of the Nation Address on Thursday, February 27, President Mahama stressed that moving forward, no new school would be constructed in Ghana without corresponding teacher accommodation.


To further incentivize teachers to accept postings in rural areas, he announced the introduction of a 20% allowance for educators who commit to working in these underserved regions. 

“It is vital to continue supporting and retaining our teachers, especially in rural communities. This allowance acknowledges their dedication and is part of our efforts to ensure equitable access to quality education nationwide,” he stated.


Commitment to Enhancing Free SHS

Addressing concerns about the Free Senior High School (SHS) program, President Mahama reaffirmed his commitment to improving the initiative rather than discontinuing it. 

He refuted what he described as exaggerated claims by the previous administration, clarifying that 3.4 million students had benefited from the program since its inception—not 5.1 million as previously reported.


“The Free SHS program has expanded access to secondary education, but its implementation requires significant improvements,” he remarked. 

He further indicated that recommendations from the National Education Forum would shape his government’s planned reforms to strengthen the educational system.


Introducing the "Zero to Hero" Initiative

To reinforce education at the basic level, President Mahama announced the launch of the "Zero to Hero" initiative. This program aims to redefine basic education by enhancing foundational literacy and numeracy while integrating Information and Communication Technology (ICT) training into early childhood education.


Over the next three years, the initiative will:

•Equip 300 classrooms with advanced learning resources.

•Establish 30 centers of excellence to promote innovative teaching.

•Train 1,000 teachers to deliver high-quality instruction.


Support for Islamic Education and Zongo Communities.

In addition to mainstream educational reforms, President Mahama pledged greater support for Islamic education. He outlined measures to:

•Recruit more Arabic tutors to strengthen Islamic studies.

•Provide scholarships for academically gifted but financially disadvantaged students in Zongo communities.

•Enhance Islamic Colleges of Education with improved infrastructure and logistical support.


He also announced plans to enroll young people from Zongo and other deprived urban areas in the National Apprenticeship Program, offering free technical and vocational training to equip them with employable skills.


Conclusion

President Mahama’s comprehensive education policy aims to address critical challenges in the sector by prioritizing teacher welfare, improving educational access, and integrating modern technology into learning. 

The "Teacher Dabre" and "Zero to Hero" initiatives, alongside focused support for Islamic education, reflect a holistic approach to building a more equitable and effective education system across Ghana.

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