Government Slashes Tuition fee for Nursing Training by 50%

By, Savannah Pokuaah Duah  The Ministry of Health has announced a significant reduction in school fees for Nursing and Allied Health Training students, effective the 2025/2026 academic year. According to a press statement signed by Tony Goodman, Deputy Director and Spokesperson of the Ministry, the fees have been reduced by 50%. “This intervention has been made possible through the introduction…

‘Oobakɛ’ means “you shall surely come” – Nii Kwardey Ntreh explains Ga greeting

Nii Kwardey Ntreh, a cultural activist and storyteller at the Ga Mantse Palace, has explained the meaning of the Ga greeting ‘Oobakɛ’, which some Ga people are demanding to see on national signages. He said the word, contrary to claims by some people, has always existed.  “‘Oobakɛ’ means you shall surely come. See, there is an expectation inbuilt when we…

GES Education Reforms: Double-Track Reduced, Teacher Licensure Cancelled, Free Sanitary Pads for Girls

By: Belinda Nketia  The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced a raft of reforms and interventions aimed at easing financial pressures on schools, improving teacher welfare, and strengthening inclusivity across the education sector. In an update released and signed by Daniel Fenyi, PRO of the Ghana Education Service on 31st August 2024, GES confirmed that GH¢1 billion has been released…

Dr Muhammad Dan Suleiman: Ghana – What About a Time-Bound Government of National Unity?

Tragedy has a way of reminding a nation of its deepest bonds. Recently, Ghana has been drawn into collective mourning several times. On July 26, the country lost Daddy Lumba, the beloved highlife icon whose music carried the rhythms of the country. Less than two weeks later, a military helicopter carrying senior government officials to a programme against illegal mining…

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