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BECE Grading Guide: How to Convert Mock Raw Scores to WAEC Grades Instantly.

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BECE Grading Guide: How to Convert Mock Raw Scores to WAEC Grades Instantly. Many BECE candidates feel confused and discouraged after writing mock examinations because they do not understand how their raw scores translate into final WAEC grades.  For instance, a student who scores 65% in Integrated Science may wonder whether that result falls under Grade 3 or Grade 4. Without clear guidance, such uncertainty can affect motivation and preparation. Understanding the WAEC stanine grading system is essential for every BECE candidate. Whether you have just completed a school mock or a private test, converting your raw marks into WAEC grades helps you measure your real standing and plan effectively for improvement. Understanding the WAEC Stanine Grading System WAEC uses a nine-point stanine grading scale, with Grade 1 being the highest and Grade 9 the lowest. Your percentage score in a subject is what determines the grade you finally receive. Knowing this connection allows you to track p...

NaCCA Launches Chinese Language Curriculum for Basic, Junior High and Senior High Schools.

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NaCCA Launches Chinese Language Curriculum for Basic, Junior High and Senior High Schools . Ghana has officially launched a Chinese language curriculum for basic, junior high, and senior high schools, marking a significant milestone in the country's language education landscape.  This initiative aims to equip learners with practical language skills, cultural awareness, and global readiness, preparing them for an increasingly interconnected global economy. The curriculum, developed in collaboration with the Confucius Institute at the University of Cape Coast (UCC), is competency-based, focusing on communicative proficiency and functional literacy. It's benchmarked against the Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK) standards and aligned with Ghana's Common Core Programme. The launch is expected to enhance Ghana-China relations, foster economic growth, and provide opportunities for Ghanaian students to engage with the global economy. The Confucius Institute at UCC has already trained tho...

Chief Examiners’ report reveals many candidates failed to answer application-based questions.

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  Chief Examiners’ report reveals many candidates failed to answer application-based questions. The Chief Examiners’ report on the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) has revealed that a significant number of candidates struggled to answer application-based questions, which largely contributed to the low performance recorded in the exams.  The report highlights that while many learners were familiar with key concepts, they were unable to apply them effectively in practical scenarios during the examinations. Figures released by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) indicate that results in all four core subjects—English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science, and Social Studies—were the lowest in the past four years. The data underscores a growing concern about the quality of secondary education and the preparedness of students to tackle modern, application-focused assessments. Speaking on Joy News’ Edutalk programme, Education Minister Ha...

Ministry of Education Donates Toyota Land Cruisers to 20 Colleges of Education.

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Ministry of Education Donates Toyota Land Cruisers to 20 Colleges of Education. In a significant move to strengthen teacher preparation and institutional administration, the Ministry of Education has supplied brand-new Toyota Land Cruiser vehicles to 20 Colleges of Education across the country.  The support was provided with funding assistance from the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) and coordinated through the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC). The vehicle donation forms part of a broader strategy to improve the operational capacity of Colleges of Education. The new Land Cruisers are expected to facilitate official duties such as academic supervision, monitoring of teaching practice, community outreach, and other administrative assignments that demand dependable transportation. Officials indicate that access to reliable vehicles will improve efficiency in daily operations, particularly in areas that require frequent field movement, stakeholder engagement, and close s...

Ministry of Education Confirms Payment of Outstanding Teacher Allowances.

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Ministry of Education Confirms Payment of Outstanding Teacher Allowances. The Ministry of Education has announced the completion of payments for outstanding teacher allowances that were scheduled for November 2025.  This confirmation comes after weeks of anticipation from teachers across the country who had expressed concern about the delayed disbursement. According to the Ministry, the Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) has now fully processed and released the two categories of allowances meant for teachers. The delay, the statement noted, was caused by an unexpected technical issue that occurred during the final payroll run for November. The Ministry assured that the challenge has since been resolved, paving the way for the successful completion of payments. The Ministry further explained that the delay was not intentional but rather the result of a system glitch that temporarily halted the payroll process. Following swift collaboration between the Ministry of ...

National Service Authority Reopens Registration Portal for Final One-Week Window.

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National Service Authority Reopens Registration Portal for Final One-Week Window. The National Service Authority (NSA) has reopened its registration portal for a final one-week period to enable eligible service personnel to address outstanding registration and validation challenges for the 2025/2026 service year.  The decision follows several appeals from personnel who are yet to complete their validation or have not been posted after their initial placements were rejected. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, December 15, 2025, the Director-General of the National Service Authority, Ruth Dela Seddoh, explained that the reopening is strictly for personnel who submitted reposting requests after being rejected by institutions, as well as those who were unable to complete regional validation due to genuine difficulties. She emphasised that the exercise is not open to new registrations. The registration portal was reopened on Monday, December 15, 2025, and will officially close on...

Education Ministry denies reports of 13th-month salary proposal for teachers.

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Education Ministry denies reports of 13th-month salary proposal for teachers. The Ministry of Education has issued a decisive response to a misleading report circulating on the Opera News platform that falsely suggested the Hon. Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, advocated for the introduction of a 13th‑month salary for teachers at a policy forum in Accra.  The Ministry has unequivocally rejected these claims, describing the publication as a deliberate falsehood and misinformation intended to mislead the public. In an official press statement signed by the Press Secretary to the Minister, Mr. Hashmin Mohammed, the Ministry clarified that at no point did the Minister make such remarks during any public engagement, official interaction, or policy event.  The insinuation that the government has proposed or is considering a 13th‑month salary for teachers is baseless and unfounded. While the government continues to pursue initiatives to enhance the welfare and working conditi...