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GNAT IRIRS and Cancer Foundation to Host Virtual Seminar on Early Cancer Detection

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  GNAT IRIRS and Cancer Foundation to Host Virtual Seminar on Early Cancer Detection The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) Institute for Research and Industrial Relations Studies (IRIRS), in collaboration with the GNAT Cancer Foundation, is set to hold an informative online seminar focusing on the early detection of cancer. This virtual event, taking place on March 13, 2025, is open to GNAT members, their spouses, and the general public.  It aims to educate participants on identifying early signs of cancer and the importance of timely medical intervention to improve treatment outcomes. Leading the discussion will be three experienced medical professionals : ✅ Dr. Emmanuel Amankwah Frimpong ✅ Dr. George Afari ✅ Dr. Edward Banson Event Information : • Date: Thursday, March 13, 2025 •Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM •Venue: Zoom (Online) •Meeting ID: 870 2896 1185 •Passcode: GNATIRIRS Participants will learn how to identify early warning signs, understand common risk factors, ...
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Government to End Double-Track System and Include Private Schools in Free SHS – Haruna Iddrisu

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Government to Abolish Double-Track System and Extend Free SHS Policy to Private Schools – Haruna Iddrisu. The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has revealed the government’s intention to make substantial adjustments to the Free Senior High School (Free SHS) policy.  These changes include eliminating the double-track system and extending the policy’s coverage to private senior high schools. Speaking on Joy FM's Super Morning Show, Mr. Iddrisu explained that the expansion aims to increase access to secondary education.  He disclosed that the government will use the Computerised School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS) to place 150,000 students in private senior high schools alongside those in public institutions. "We have decided to expand Free SHS to include private schools in Ghana," he announced. "This will allow an additional 150,000 students to be placed in private senior high schools through the placement system." The Minister also indicated that ...
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AAMUSTED Prohibits Photography and Videography During Lectures

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AAMUSTED Enforces Ban on Photography and Videography During Lectures. JOIN OUR  WHATSAPP CHANNEL  FOR MORE NEWS πŸ“°πŸ—ž️ UPDATES The Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED) has implemented a policy prohibiting students from engaging in unauthorized photography and videography during lectures.  This directive, effective immediately, aims to protect the intellectual property rights of lecturers, prevent disruptions to the learning environment, and address concerns related to privacy. According to the university's Public Relations Office, the primary objective of this policy is to safeguard lecturers' exclusive rights to their intellectual property, including lecture materials. Unauthorized recording or capture of these materials may constitute a violation of their rights. Furthermore, the university emphasizes that engaging in photography or videography during lectures can be distracting, disrupting both the student capturi...
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5,000 Ghanaian Schools Lack Proper Infrastructure, Operating Under Trees - Minister Reveals

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5,000 schools still under trees – Haruna Iddrisu. JOIN OUR  WHATSAPP CHANNEL Ghana's Education Minister, Haruna Iddrisu, has revealed a startling fact: approximately 5,000 schools across the country are still operating under trees, lacking proper infrastructure.  This revelation highlights the significant infrastructure gaps in Ghana's education system, particularly in junior high schools. Iddrisu expressed concern over the deficiencies in both physical and digital resources, questioning the quality of teaching materials.  He also lamented that, three decades after the 1992 constitution, Ghana has yet to achieve free compulsory universal basic education.  The Minister described the situation as "unacceptable," emphasizing that approximately 759 schools urgently require infrastructure interventions to eliminate the phenomenon of schools under trees. The disparities in educational quality are also a major concern. Urban areas tend to offer better education compared to ...
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Eduwatch Criticizes GH¢203 Million Teacher Trainee Allowance as Wasteful Expenditure.

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Eduwatch Criticizes GH¢203 Million Teacher Trainee Allowance as Wasteful Expenditure. The Executive Director of Africa Education Watch (Eduwatch), Mr. Kofi Asare, has expressed strong reservations regarding the government's decision to allocate GH¢203 million for teacher trainee allowances in the 2025 budget.  In an interview with Accra-based Citi FM's Eyewitness News, following the presentation of the 2025 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament, Mr. Asare described the allocation as an unproductive use of public funds. Mr. Asare emphasized the need for the government to reassess its priorities regarding educational financing, citing concerns about the policy's impact on the efficient allocation of educational resources.  He stated, "I do not believe that spending over GH¢200 million on teacher trainee allowances is transformative. It is a wasteful expenditure, and we urge the government to shift away from this approach." During the budget presentation...
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KNUST Announces Postponement of 58th Special Congregation Ceremony

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KNUST Postpones 58th Special Congregation . JOIN OUR  WHATSAPP CHANNEL Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) hereby informs all stakeholders that the 58th Special Congregation, initially scheduled for March 2025, has been postponed. This decision was made by the Executive Committee during an emergency meeting convened on Tuesday, 11th March 2025.  The Committee's resolution was informed by a thorough examination of the relevant provisions of the University Statutes governing the convening of congregations. Following careful deliberation, the Committee determined that the scheduled event should be postponed until further notice.  All relevant officers and prospective graduands have been formally notified of this decision. The University assures all stakeholders that updates on the new date for the 58th Special Congregation will be communicated in due course.  The KNUST community is encouraged to remain informed through official communication chann...
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Government Sets Aside GH¢292.4 Million for Free Sanitary Pads for Students

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Government Allocates GH¢292.4 Million for Free Sanitary Pads in Schools. The government has allocated GH¢292.4 million to provide free sanitary pads to female students in primary and secondary schools .  This initiative aims to address period poverty and ensure that no girl misses school due to a lack of access to menstrual products. Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson announced the policy while presenting the 2025 national budget. He emphasized the government's commitment to improving menstrual health and supporting girls’ education. For years, the high cost of sanitary pads has been a major challenge for many families. Previously, sanitary pads were taxed under the Harmonized System Code 9619001000, which classified them as "Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles."  This classification subjected sanitary products to a 32.5% combined tax, including a 20% import duty and a 12.5% Value Added Tax (VAT).  As a result, the price of a pack of sanitary pads ranged between GH¢2...
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