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GES Declares Friday, November 7 as National CPD Day for All Staff and a Holiday for.... The Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially declared Friday, November 7, 2025, as a Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Day for all teaching and non-teaching staff across public schools in the country.  This day has been dedicated to giving education personnel the opportunity to participate in professional learning and capacity-building activities designed to enhance the quality of teaching and learning. In a statement released by the Service, GES explained that the CPD Day forms part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen the competence and efficiency of both teaching and non-teaching staff. The initiative also seeks to promote a culture of continuous learning, professional growth, and accountability among personnel within the education sector. Students to Stay Home The statement clarified that students will not attend school on the said date. Instead, schools will dedicate the day ent...

  Labour Unions Reject Government’s Revised 5% Base Pay Proposal. Labour unions have rejected the government’s revised 5% base pay offer, describing it as inadequate and out of touch with the economic realities confronting public sector workers.  The unions maintain that the proposed increment fails to cushion employees against the steep rise in inflation, utility tariffs, transportation costs, and food prices, all of which have sharply weakened their purchasing power. Unions’ Position Union leaders insist that a more substantial adjustment is needed to restore confidence among workers and stabilise the public sector. They contend that the government must return to the negotiating table with a proposal that genuinely reflects the high cost of living and demonstrates fairness towards employees who continue to bear the brunt of the economic downturn. Talks End Without Agreement Negotiations between government representatives and Organised Labour ended inconclusively , with ...

  Disappointed Labour Unions Condemn "Weak" Organised Labour Leadership and Lack of Transparency in 2026 Base Pay Negotiations. A coalition of labour unions has issued a statement expressing deep disappointment and concern over what they describe as weak leadership and poor transparency exhibited by Organised Labour during the ongoing 2026 Base Pay negotiations with the government . According to the unions, Ghanaian workers continue to grapple with high utility tariffs, heavy taxation, and escalating costs of living. In such difficult times, they expected Organised Labour to demonstrate strong advocacy and strategic planning to secure meaningful improvements in salaries. Criticism of Negotiation Strategy The unions described as “shocking and unacceptable” the decision of Organised Labour to commence negotiations with a 20% proposal, which was subsequently reduced to 15% on the very first day. They noted that the government’s initial offer of 2.5%, later revised to 5%, reflect...

Education Minister Reaffirms Commitment to Sustain Worthy Projects from Previous Administrations. The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has reiterated the government’s determination to continue implementing viable projects initiated by past administrations, as long as they deliver value for money and support the nation’s developmental goals. Speaking at the commissioning of a newly completed 160-bed dormitory block and a 24-unit girls’ sanitary facility at Bimbilla Senior High School in the Northern Region on Sunday, November 2, 2025, Mr. Iddrisu emphasized that governance must be guided by continuity and prudence. The project, which began under a previous administration in partnership with the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), was finalized and inaugurated under President John Dramani Mahama’s leadership. The new facilities were warmly received by students and staff, who described them as a timely solution to the school’s long-standing accommodation challenges. Acknowl...

  National Service Authority Releases First Batch of Postings for 2025/2026 Service Year. Thousands of graduates can now breathe a sigh of relief as the National Service Authority (NSA) has officially released the first batch of postings for the 2025/2026 service year.  The announcement, made on October 28, 2025 , marks a major milestone for tertiary graduates ready to undertake their one-year mandatory service to the nation. This year’s postings come after weeks of anticipation among final-year students and recent graduates eager to know their assigned service institutions. The release signals the start of a new journey for young professionals who will contribute to national growth while gaining practical experience to prepare them for future employment. For many, it represents a transition from academic life to the world of work, a defining stage in their career development. Understanding the National Service Scheme. The National Service Scheme (NSS) was established in 1...

Dressing Code: No Jeans, Round-Neck T-Shirts, Miniskirts, or Excessive Makeup — GES Warns Teachers. The Ghana Education Service (GES) has issued a firm reminder to teachers across the country to comply fully with the professional dressing standards stated in the GES Code of Conduct.  The directive reinforces the Service’s commitment to ensuring that teachers maintain decency, discipline, and integrity as role models for learners both within and outside the classroom. According to the GES, every teacher is expected to exhibit a high degree of decency in speech, mannerism, discipline, and dressing. While the Service does not impose a specific uniform, it maintains that teachers’ appearance must reflect the dignity and moral standards of the teaching profession. The goal is to ensure that teachers project an image that commands respect and upholds the honour of the classroom environment. Under the guidelines, female teachers are strongly advised to avoid tight-fitting clothes, miniski...