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How To Check Your GES 2025 Promotion Examination Results
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has outlined the process for checking promotion examination results online through the official GES Promotion portal and the GESMIS platform. Candidates who sat for the promotion examination can follow the steps below to access their results. Steps to Check Your GES 2025 Promotion Exam Result Candidates are advised to follow…
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Ministry Of Education Warns Against Exam Malpractice and Wishes WASSCE Candidates Success.
The Ministry of Education extends its warmest wishes to all final-year students across the country as they commence the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) to be conducted in 1,017 centers. A total of 509,862 candidates, made up of 225,274 boys and 284,588 girls from 1,020 schools, are expected to sit for the…
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Ghana Water Ltd Announces Temporary Water Supply Interruptions in Parts of Western Accra
Management of Ghana Water Ltd wishes to inform the public that the Weija Water Treatment Plant is currently experiencing some technical challenges, which have affected water production and distribution to some parts of western Accra. As a result of the situation, customers in the following areas may experience erratic water supply and low water pressure:…
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GES to Release 2025 Teacher Promotion Exam Result Today.
The Management of the Ghana Education Service (GES) informs the general public, particularly teachers who participated in the 2025 Teacher Promotion Examination, that the results for the examination will be released today, Wednesday, 13th May, 2026, at 3:00pm. All teachers who participated in the examination are to access the link to check their results on…
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2026 BECE: Four Teachers Fined GH¢3,000 Each or Face a Year in Jail for BECE Malpractice in Twifo Praso.
Four teachers have been convicted for their involvement in irregularities and examination malpractices in the Twifo Praso area of the Central Region. They are said to have engaged in misconduct during last week’s 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). Following their admission of guilt when they were arraigned before the Twifo Praso District Magistrate Court…
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2026 BECE: WAEC Confirms Arrest of More than 40 Teachers Over Examination Malpractice
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has confirmed the arrest of more than 40 teachers and examination officials for their alleged involvement in examination malpractice during the just-ended 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). According to WAEC, the arrests were made across multiple regions following intensified monitoring and intelligence gathering at examination centres nationwide. The…
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Mahama Cares: Government Lists Hospitals Approved for Ghana Medical Trust Fund Support.
The government has announced a list of hospitals across the country designated to process applications for support under the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, popularly known as Mahama Cares, as authorities move to operationalise the healthcare intervention programme. The Minister of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, stated in a social media post that the Patient Support…
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Police Inspector interdicted and remanded over alleged involvement in a robbery attack on a mobile money vendor in Kumasi.
The Ashanti Regional Police Command has interdicted a Police Inspector, Bright Appiah Dankwah of the Asuoyeboah Police Station, for his alleged involvement in a robbery attack on a mobile money vendor in Kumasi. According to a press release issued by the Public Affairs Unit of the Ashanti Regional Police Command on Monday, May 11, the…
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Police Inspector Interdicted Over Alleged Defilement Of 14-Year-Old Daughter
The Ashanti North Regional Police Command has interdicted Inspector Desmond Owusu Afriyie over an alleged defilement of his 14-year-old daughter. In a statement issued on Saturday, May 9, the Command stated that the officer, stationed at Mamponteng District in the Ashanti Region, is being investigated by the Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU) at…
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How to Make Your Business Publicly Visible or Listed on Google for Free.
STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE #01. Go to Business.Google.com and click Start Now. Use a Google account (Gmail preferred) to log in. #02. Start building your Business Profile by entering your Business Name and Business Category. And Select Next. #03. Add a location(s) where customers can visit, like a store or office. If you want to add the…
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Confirmed Final Timetable for the 2026 CTVET Certificate II May/June Examinations.
The Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET) has officially released the timetable for the 2026 May/June Certificate II Examinations. Candidates, institutions, parents, and stakeholders are encouraged to note the examination schedule and make the necessary preparations in advance. The release of the timetable marks another important step in CTVET’s commitment to delivering…
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All Final Year Male Students Removed from Campus Following REGSEC Intelligence they Were Planning ‘Demo.’
All final year male students of the Bolgatanga Technical Institute (BOTECH) have been asked to vacate the school campus following intelligence gathered by the Upper East Regional Security Council (REGSEC) that they are planning a violent disturbance on campus. The Upper East Regional Minister, Donatus Akamugri Atanga, gave the order when he addressed an emergency…
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GHANA EDUCATION SERVICE 2026/2027 ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR BASIC SCHOOLS.
The Management of the Ghana Education Service (GES) wishes to inform all Basic School heads, teachers, learners, and stakeholders of the approved 2026/2027 Academic Calendar for Basic Schools (Kindergarten, Primary, and Junior High Schools). Details of the calendar are as follows: FIRST TERM (15 WEEKS). Reopening: 8th September, 2026 Closing: 17th December, 2026 Vacation: 18th…
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2026 BECE: Minister of Education Reiterates Warning Against Examination Malpractice After 7 Persons were Arrested on First Day.
The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, cautioned all stakeholders involved in the conduct of the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), including candidates, teachers, heads of schools, invigilators, and supervisors, against any form of examination malpractice in the ongoing examination that is expected to end on 11th May 2026. Despite this stern warning, some unscrupulous…
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7 Invigilators Arrested for Preparing Answers for Candidates on Day 1 Of 2026 BECE.
The Head of Public Affairs of the West African Examination Council (WAEC), John Kapi, has disclosed that seven invigilators have been arrested on day one of the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). Speaking in an interview with 3News on May 4, Mr Kapi said the incident happened in three regions. “So, we’ve had about seven…
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Ministry Of Health: Update Payment of Nurses’ Arrears and Recruitment Exercise.
The Ministry of Health is pleased to announce that, in line with its commitment, two-month arrears for newly recruited nurses have been duly paid. The Ministry further wishes to assure all affected personnel that the next payment will be made for 3 months each, from May to July 2026, as announced earlier. The Ministry appreciates…
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One Million Coders Program Registration: Common Concerns/Challenges and What to Do.
What about those of us who already registered but were not selected? Do we need to apply again? If you applied during the pilot or Phase One and were not selected, there is no need to reapply. Simply log in to your account with your previous credentials and select your preferred course when the portal…
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Colleges of Education E-Learning Platform: Step-By-Step Guide on How to Register.
Students across the public Colleges of Education have been directed by the National Conference of Principals of Colleges of Education (PRINCOF) to begin self-registration on the newly introduced e-learning platform, which is now fully operational. The platform forms part of a broader national effort to digitise teacher education and improve access to academic resources across…
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How to Register for the One Million Coders Program (OMCP).
The One Million Coders Program is to bridge Ghana’s digital skills gap by providing world-class technology training to one million young Ghanaians, creating sustainable employment opportunities, and positioning Ghana as a leading digital economy in Africa. Through strategic partnerships with industry leaders, government support, and innovative training methodologies, we’re not just teaching coding; we’re building…
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GETFund awards GH¢400m deal to equip KNUST Teaching Hospital.
The Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) has awarded a GHS 400 million contract for the procurement of state-of-the-art medical equipment for the establishment of a new teaching hospital at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. This major government investment forms part of H.E President Mahama’s broader agenda to elevate Ghanaian universities into premier…
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MTN Bright Scholarship 2026 for Talented Students and Teachers Pursuing Degree programmes.
The scholarship is an initiative aimed at supporting academically talented but financially disadvantaged students and teachers pursuing degree programmes. The programme provides financial assistance to help cover tuition fees and other educational expenses for students studying in tertiary institutions in Ghana. Scholarship package Tuition and accommodation fees A laptop computer Stipend for reading materials To…
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Public Colleges of Education in Ghana, their affiliate Universities, Locations, and Programmes
Ghana’s forty-nine public Colleges of Education operate under formal academic affiliation with selected public universities. Under this arrangement, students who complete their programmes successfully receive certificates awarded by their respective affiliate universities. The structure is intended to strengthen academic oversight and ensure uniform standards in teacher preparation across the country. Below is a detailed breakdown…
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Controller and Accountant-General’s Department’s 2026 Salary Payment Schedule.
The Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) has released the salary payment schedule for 2026, detailing when civil servants, Ghana Education Service (GES) staff, and other public sector employees will receive their monthly salaries. In a circular dated October 23, 2025, and signed by the Department’s management, the CAGD announced that salaries and wages for all…
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Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) Seizes Over 15,500 Unapproved Baby Diapers in Western North Region.
The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) in the Western North Region has seized more than 155 packs of unapproved baby diapers, amounting to approximately 15,523 individual units, from 21 outlets across the region. The operation, conducted with support from the Ghana Police Service and the Consumer Protection Agency, targeted traders in Dwenase, Bekwai, Asawinso, Bibiani,…
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Public Accounts Committee (PAC) Directs Wiawso College of Education to Recover GH₵380k Student Arrears
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has directed the Wiawso College of Education to adopt innovative strategies to recover GH₵380,315.23 in outstanding student arrears, most of which is owed by alumni. The directive follows findings in the Auditor-General’s report, which revealed that 1,016 students owe the college a total of GH₵587,397.13 in unpaid fees. The report…
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NSA Releases Postings for 18,416 Trained Teachers for the 2026/27 Service Year, Starting 4th May.
The Management of the National Service Authority (NSA) has today, April 22, 2026, released postings for Eighteen Thousand, Four Hundred and Sixteen (18,416) eligible Trained Teachers to enable them to enroll for the 2026/27 National Service Year. The postings comprise eligible candidates who successfully graduated from accredited Colleges of Education. All eligible trained teachers are…
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56-Year-Old Security Man in Custody for Allegedly Raping Two KNUST Female Students.
A 56-year-old security man at Ayeduase Roman Catholic Junior High School has been arraigned before the Asokore Mampong District Court for alleged rape and sextortion involving two students of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). The accused, Lloyd Kwaku Boateng, is alleged to have sexually assaulted, extorted money from, and intimidated the two…
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14-year-old BECE candidate electrocuted at Nkawkaw.
A 14-year-old Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidate, identified as Richmond, has died after being electrocuted at Nkawkaw. The incident occurred at White House, a suburb of Nkawkaw, during a heavy downpour that reportedly caused a high-tension electricity cable to snap and fall to the ground. According to accounts from the area, Richmond was playing…
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GES Announces Payment Plan for Salary Arrears for Affected Teachers from August 2024 to November 2025.
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has informed all Regional Directors that the government has approved the payment of salary arrears owed to eligible staff within the Service. In a letter dated 20 April 2026, the Service indicated that the approval followed a directive from the Ministry of Finance to the Controller and Accountant General’s Department…
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KNUST Opens Application for Undergraduate Admissions for 2026/2027 Academic Year – Apply Now
The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has opened applications for admission into its undergraduate and top-up programmes for the 2026/2027 academic year. According to the university, the first semester of the academic year is scheduled to begin on October 13, 2026. Prospective applicants are therefore encouraged to begin the admission process early…
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