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GES Opens Applications for 2025/2026 Confirmation and Promotion to Senior Superintendent I Rank. The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced the opening of applications for the confirmation and promotion of qualified teachers to the rank of Senior Superintendent I for the 2025/2026 academic year.  This opportunity marks another step in GES’s ongoing commitment to structured career advancement and professional development within the teaching service. A circular signed by Mrs. Veronica Tampour-Kuupol, District Director of Education for Central Gonja, and dated 24th July 2025, outlines the full details of the application process, eligibility criteria, and required documents. All interested teachers are advised to complete and submit their applications by 5th September 2025. Understanding the Purpose of the Promotion and Confirmation The GES promotion and confirmation process serves two main objectives: •Confirmation affirms a teacher’s appointment after completing a minimum period...

Teacher Trainee Allowances: SLTF CEO Assures Students Payment Is Imminent Thousands of teacher trainees across the country continue to express concern over the delayed payment of their allowances. These stipends remain a crucial support system for many, covering daily essentials such as meals, transportation, and study materials. The prolonged delay has created anxiety and frustration among students, particularly those in public Colleges of Education who depend on the allowance for their survival on campus. In a recent public engagement, the Chief Executive Officer of the Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF), Dr. Saajida Shiraz, responded to the concerns with a firm assurance that her office is working tirelessly to resolve the issue.  “ We are working around the clock to make sure payment is made. It’s just a matter of time.” — Dr. Saajida Shiraz, CEO, SLTF According to Dr. Shiraz, the processes required for disbursement are currently ongoing. She emphasized that her team is in constan...

Bank of Ghana Slashes Policy Rate to 25% Following Continued Decline in Inflation The Bank of Ghana has reduced its Monetary Policy Rate by 300 basis points, moving from 28% to 25%, its most significant rate cut in recent years.  The decision, announced by Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama during the 125th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting held on July 30, 2025, reflects growing confidence in the country’s macroeconomic outlook. According to Dr. Asiama, the MPC reached the decision by majority vote, citing sustained disinflation and a relatively stable cedi as key factors. He added that the Committee would continue to monitor developments and consider further reductions should the current disinflation trend persist. Inflation dropped sharply to 13.7% in July, down from previous highs, showing the effectiveness of both monetary and fiscal interventions aimed at price stability. This drop, coupled with improved fiscal discipline and a calm foreign exchange market, has created favor...

  GES Temporarily Closes Violence-Affected Schools to Safeguard Lives and Learning. Following the recent spate of violent incidents at Bawku SHS, Nalerigu SHS, and Zuarungu SHS, the Ghana Education Service has instituted comprehensive emergency safety measures to ensure the protection and well-being of students, staff, and school property. These incidents, which occurred between July 20 and 26, 2025, resulted in the tragic loss of student lives, injuries, and significant damage to school facilities. The GES has strongly condemned the acts of violence and emphasized its commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone in the affected communities. The Service has expressed heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and extended support to all those impacted. In light of the prevailing threats, it has officially announced the temporary closure of all affected schools as a precautionary measure to safeguard lives and property while further assessments are conducted. Eff...

GTEC Officials Arrests Director of Nyarkotey University for Running Unaccredited Programmes. The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has taken decisive action against Nyarkotey University College of Holistic Medicine and Technology in Ashaiman, Greater Accra Region, following the discovery that the institution was operating unaccredited academic programmes and an unlicensed health facility. On Wednesday, July 30, 2025, GTEC officials, in collaboration with personnel from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service, visited the university campus. During the operation, Dr. Ademan Tetteh, one of the three directors and reportedly in charge of the day’s operations, was arrested for further interrogation. The other two directors, Daniel Tetteh Boafo and Professor Nyarkotey Obu, were not present at the time. Efforts to verify the institution's accreditation status were unsuccessful, prompting law enforcement officers to detain Dr. Tetteh along with the...

GES Cautions Heads and Directors Against Using Threats and Authority to Intimidate Staff The Ghana Education Service (GES) has issued a strong directive to all Heads of Institutions and Regional Directors, urging them to refrain from using threats or exerting undue authority to intimidate staff.  This comes in response to several reports received by GES Management concerning such inappropriate conduct within the service. In a letter dated July 25, 2025, GES expressed concern over incidents where some educational leaders have been leveraging their positions to coerce or pressure staff members into carrying out their duties under fear or intimidation. According to the Service, these practices are not only unprofessional but also contrary to the principles of a healthy and respectful working environment. “ It has come to the notice of the Management of the Regional Education Office that some Heads of Institutions and Directors of Education are using the seat of the Regional Directo...

National Teaching Council to request extension of deadline for scrapping teacher licensure exam The National Teaching Council (NTC) says it may petition the Ministry of Education for an extension to the teacher licensure phase-out timeline, in order to accommodate candidates who may not pass the final round of the examination expected to be conducted in the coming weeks.  This follows a directive from the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, instructing that the licensure examination be scrapped by the end of August 2025 and incorporated into the academic curriculum of teacher training institutions.  According to NTC Board Chairman, Mr. Kwame Alovi, embedding the exam into college coursework will enhance teacher readiness and reduce the high failure rates often associated with the current post-training model.  Performance in the exams has been a concern over the years, with 8,000 out of 20,000 candidates failing in 2023 and 44,000 out of 120,000 not making the mark in ...

GES Orders Immediate Refund of WASSCE Practical Fees Collected from Students. The Ghana Education Service (GES) has issued a directive instructing all Regional Directors to ensure the immediate refund of monies collected from students and parents for the 2025 WASSCE practicals .  This follows the government's release of full funding to cover the cost of these examinations, including all required materials and resources. Government Funding Rendered Charges Unnecessary According to the official letter signed by Prof. Smile Dzisi, Acting Deputy Director-General (Management Services), the government has already provided complete financial support for the practical aspects of the 2025 WASSCE. This makes any monetary demands from candidates, parents, or guardians for the same purpose both unnecessary and inappropriate. However, it has come to the attention of the GES that some school heads have nonetheless collected fees from students in connection with the practicals. The service has ex...

Coalition of Unemployed Trained Teachers' Picketing date Rescheduled. The Coalition of Unemployed Trained Teachers has announced a change in the date for its much-anticipated picketing at the Ministry of Education. Initially slated for Friday, the exercise has been moved to Wednesday, July 30, 2025 , following strategic consultations. In an official statement issued by the Coalition’s Public Relations Committee, the decision was based on internal discussions and feedback from members across the country. According to the release, several frontline officials at the Ministry are often unavailable on Fridays, and the Minister himself is usually engaged outside the region on such days. The new date is intended to ensure the availability of key stakeholders and maximize media attention ahead of the event. The Coalition also confirmed that it will no longer make a courtesy call to the Director-General of the Ghana Education Service for clarification. Instead, members will proceed directly...

Over 14,000 workers on govt payroll can't be validated - Finance Minister Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has revealed that more than 14,000 individuals on the public payroll could not be identified or confirmed by the Ghana Audit Service. This was disclosed during the presentation of the 2025 Mid-Year Budget in Parliament on July 24.   The discovery forms part of government’s broader efforts to clean up the public payroll and eliminate ghost names as part of its fiscal discipline agenda. The Ghana Audit Service was tasked to carry out a thorough audit of payroll records across all 16 regions, and so far, 91% of this audit has been completed.  The exercise uncovered that 53,311 individuals—categorized as separated staff, such as those who have retired, resigned, passed away, or are on leave without pay—still appear on the system. Dr. Forson indicated that government plans to retrieve GH¢150.4 million in wrongful payments made to these individuals between 2023 and ...

Governmentt is reforming education curriculum to meet global trends – Dr. Apaak at Japan Expo 2025 Ghana’s education sector is undergoing a significant transformation aimed at aligning the national curriculum with international standards and preparing students for the realities of the 21st-century economy. Addressing stakeholders at the Japan Expo 2025, Deputy Minister of Education, Dr. Clement Abas Apaak, outlined the government’s strategic shift toward a curriculum that prioritizes STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) as core drivers of national development. “ Our government recognises that STEM and TVET are essential to driving innovation, fostering economic growth, and addressing the complex challenges of the 21st century,” Dr. Apaak stated during his presentation. Anchored in Sustainable Goals The reforms, according to the Deputy Minister, are guided by Sustainable Development Goal 4, which advocates fo...

GES Releases Funds for 2025 WASSCE Practical Examinations. The Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially announced the release of funds for the payment of practical examination fees for the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).  This financial support covers all Senior High Schools (SHS) and Senior High Technical Schools (SHTS) nationwide. According to a press release dated July 26, 2025, the initiative is aimed at ensuring that all practical examinations scheduled for this year’s WASSCE are adequately resourced. The disbursed funds are intended to cover the cost of essential materials and resources needed for the smooth conduct of the practical components of the exams. The GES emphasizes that this intervention is not only to guarantee the smooth running of the examination process but also to alleviate the financial burden on parents and guardians. By taking care of these critical expenses, students are expected to concentrate fully on their academic ...

  GESOPS Launches New USSD Code for Seamless Access to Pension Statements The Ghana Education Service Occupational Pension Scheme (GESOPS) has introduced a new USSD platform to make it easier and faster for contributors to access their pension-related information. This initiative is part of GESOPS' ongoing commitment to enhance transparency, convenience, and service delivery for all its members. With this new system, teachers and staff under the Ghana Education Service can now check their pension statements and contribution details directly from their mobile phones, no internet required. How to Access Your GESOPS Pension Statement To register and use the new USSD code, follow these simple steps: 1. Dial *733# on your mobile phone. 2. When prompted, enter your GES staff ID number. 3. Create a 4-digit PIN to secure your account. 4. After successful registration, dial *733# again. 5. From the menu, select any of the following options: °Check Your Pension Balance °View List of Benefici...

WAEC Opens Online School Selection Portal for 2025 BECE Candidates. The Ghana Education Service (GES), in collaboration with the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), has officially announced the opening of the online school selection portal for 2025 BECE candidates.  This important exercise is aimed at facilitating the capture and submission of candidates' school choices across the country. According to a circular issued by the GES Headquarters on July 24, 2025, the online portal will be open from Thursday, 24th July to Friday, 8th August 2025 . During this period, private BECE candidates are expected to access the portal via www.waecinternetsolution.org . To log in, candidates must use their Index Numbers and Dates of Birth as their username and password, respectively. GES is urging all Metro, Municipal, and District Directors of Education to ensure that Examination Coordinators within their areas supervise and monitor the school selection process diligently. This is to g...

Highlife Icon Daddy Lumba Passes Away at 61  Renowned Ghanaian highlife legend, Charles Kojo Fosu, affectionately known as Daddy Lumba, has sadly passed away at the age of 61. His death was confirmed by his family in an official statement released on Saturday, July 26, 2025. The celebrated musician reportedly died after a short illness. His family, in the announcement signed by their legal representative, Fati Ali Yallah, described his passing as a profound loss to both the family and the nation. “Daddy Lumba was more than a musician; he was a cultural icon whose music touched countless lives,” the statement said. “His soulful voice provided the soundtrack to our love stories, and his poignant lyrics captured the poetry of our struggles, dreams, and resilience.” The family has also appealed for privacy as they grieve, indicating that funeral details will be made public in the coming days. Daddy Lumba's music career spanned over three decades, leaving an indelible mark on Ghanaian c...

CPD Allowance Negotiated for Teachers, Not ASPED Officers – Teacher Unions Reaffirm. The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), and Coalition of Concerned Teachers Ghana (CCT-GH) have jointly clarified that the Continuous Professional Development (CPD) allowance was exclusively negotiated for professional teachers under the Ghana Education Service (GES), and not for officers of the Assessment and School Placement Secretariat (ASPED). This response follows recent concerns raised by some ASPED officers who called for inclusion in the CPD allowance package. The unions, however, insist that the allowance was secured through collective bargaining solely for classroom teachers to support their ongoing professional growth and training needs. In a joint statement, the unions emphasized that ASPED officers, while working within the education sector, are not classified as teaching staff and therefore fall outside the scope of the CPD al...