Category: Education

Mr William Kwaku Chamamim, the Assemblyman for Nkwanta West electoral area in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region has urged candidates preparing for their Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) to take their lessons seriously as the time approaches. Mr Chamamin, who is also the head teacher of Nkwanta M/A Basic School in view of the recent conflict in the Nkwanta South Municipality, to catch up on the lost time. He has pledged to ensure that the education of the final year Junior High School pupils was not disrupted further. He, however, has organised vacation classes for the candidates within Nkwanta township to help them catch up with the academic syllabus, which was interrupted by the ethnic conflict in the area. The classes held at Nkwanta M/A JHS 'A' school premises are free and open to all BECE candidates in the area. Mr Chamamin said the volunteer teachers and educationists have availed themselves to provide extra support and guidance to the pupils. He continued that the init iative has been well-received by both parents and the students as well, because the turnout was encouraging even despite the security challenges they are facing in the area. The Assemblyman cum Headteacher remains committed to supporting the education of the students in the area and ensuring that they have the necessary resources needed to excel in their final exams. He, however, urged parents to provide their wards with the necessary learning materials during the period to ensure candidates adequately prepared for their final exams. 'I hope that these holiday classes will not only help the students perform well in the upcoming examination but also instill in them the love for learning and determination to succeed. Some of the students expressed their profound gratitude to the Assemblyman for providing them with opportunity to enhance their learning skills. They finally promised to make good use of the classes in their final exams. Source: Ghana News Agency

Khomas Regional Council (KRC) on Monday signed a Workplan with a delegation from the Jiangsu province of China on essential priority targeted areas of the existing twinning partnership. The delegation headed by China's Ambassador to Namibia, Zhao Wei Ping and the Vice Governor of Jiangsu Provincial, Ma Xin, hailed Khomas Governor Laura-McLeod Katjirua, as the founder and principal orchestrator of Khomas region and Jiangsu province partnership which has culminated in the signing of the work plan. In June 2015 the KRC and Jiangsu Province signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which later translated into another agreement signed between the KRC and the Standing Committee of Jiangsu Provincial People's Congress on 20 October 2023, leading up to the monumental signing of the Work plan between the twin cities on this day. Speaking at the signing ceremony, KRC Chairperson Shaalukeni Moonde said 'The signing of the Workplan is consequent to recognizing the tangible impact of the existing cooperation to the t wo nations and institutions, based on equality and mutual benefits, to promote two-way exchange.' As per the signed agreement, the Workplan acknowledges the extreme need to accelerate progress in friendly people-to-people contacts and cooperation, in the fields of science, technology, education, culture, sports, health, trade and investment, agriculture, investment, environment protection, tourism and human resources. In her address, McLeod-Katjirua acknowledged that the previously signed agreements put the singing of the work plan in motion, 'it is these two signed agreements that gave us the legitimate authority and absolute mandate to sign this envisaged five-year work plan to make our twinning partnership a more active and relevant force for our present and future development challenges as partners.' McLeod-Katjirua further called on the administrators of the Work plan to keep the wheel moving in the right direction and the leading agents of the sectoral partnership, to make the fruits of their ties of partnership more visible, alive and tangible to motivate or encourage others to emulate and to see the strength of this Khomas /Jiangsu partnership. Source: The Namibia Press Agency

The Eastern Regional Minister, Mr. Seth Kwame Acheampong, has praised the management of the Takoradi Technical University for the audacious decision to adopt Education, which encapsulates teaching, research, community service, innovation, and industrialization. He said the University should develop programmes in emerging fields such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and advanced manufacturing to prepare students for the jobs of the future and ensure that they were well-equipped to contribute to the global economy. 'These are the things that will make 'our TTU' continuously visible and relevant, the Minister, an alumnus of the TTU said when he delivered the key notes address during the official launch of the 70th anniversary celebrations of the school. It is under the theme: '70 years of Societal Relevance; Projecting Excellences and Innovation in Technical and Vocational Education and Training.' In addition to expanding its programmes offerings, TTU should also focus on increasing its research initiat ives to drive innovation and contribute to national development, especially in environmental sustainability as such research areas attracted lots of grants from international organisations. The University must also Invest in state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to support cutting-edge research in areas such as sustainable development, technology transfer, and entrepreneurship. He noted, 'As an alumnus, I am proud to see how far TTU has come in promoting inclusivity and providing support for students with disabilities. The establishment of the Disability Support Services Unit is a testament to the University's commitment to ensuring that all students have equal opportunities to excel in their studies.' He said the TTU must remain steadfast in upholding a strong commitment to excellence, ensuring that students received quality education that prepared them for success in their chosen careers; and promoting a culture of integrity, emphasizing ethical behaviour, honesty, and accountability among students, faculty, and staff. The University, originally established as a Technical Institute in 1954, had evolved over the years to become a Polytechnic in 1992 through a constitutional instrument and eventually a Technical University in 2016 through an act of Parliament with a rich history of providing quality technical education and practical training to students, which has helped in producing a skilled workforce that has contributed significantly to the development of Ghana. He said since Its Polytechnic day till date, TTU has been at the forefront of promoting technological innovation and industrial growth with its graduates playing key roles in various industries such as oil and gas, manufacturing, construction, arts, hospitality, entrepreneurship, and telecommunications, contributing to the economic development of the country. The Eastern Regional Minister said TTU had also been actively involved in community development projects, providing technical expertise and training to local communities to improve upon their living standards and quality of life as well as a strong partnerships across the globe to promote research and development in various technical fields. Additionally, community service must remain a core value with the Institution actively engaging the local community through projects, collaborations, and outreach initiatives. Also, one of the conspicuous achievements of TTU, is the recognition of its alumni for their exceptional contributions in the world of work. Mr. Acheampong added that the implementation of the Programmes Advisory Committee (PAC) systems where key players of industry work directly with various Academic Departments of the University, to provide critical advice on improving curricular, modern industrial practices and procedures and identifying appropriate inputs and logistics to improve teaching and learning that fits contemporary needs of industry was laudable. He encouraged the TTU to continue to work tirelessly to promote hands-on learning through practical training and interns hips, allowing students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings. This practical experience is invaluable in helping students develop the problem-solving and critical thinking skills needed to succeed in today's dynamic and fast-paced work environment. He urged all stakeholders of the University to do everything within their power to ensure that in the next 70 years, TTU would remain a leading institution for technical and vocational education in Ghana and beyond. Mrs. Felicia Okai, the Western Regional Director of Education, who read the Minister of Education's speech, alluded to the valuable contributions the university had made in the provisions of Technical and vocational education and training. ' For a period of seven decades, the institution has nurtured countless minds by empowering them with knowledge, skills, and fashioned characters as encapsulate in your motto: 'Adwen, Akoma, na nsa mma mpuntu' and the 70th anniversary of TTU, should serve as a pivotal moments in the mandate of providing education as we confront the challenges and opportunities by technological advancement and globalization.' She urged the University to strive to open opportunities to more students and expand the offer beyond the speech and hearing impaired. The Director called on the alumni to contribute their quota to add to the efforts of the government in the provision of infrastructure to create an enabling environment for the use of the university. The Western Regional Minister, Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah, congratulated the University for the milestone and pledged the Regional Coordinating support to the University to create critical mindset with abilities to solve societal problems. The 70th anniversary celebrations would have activities in Health, Sanitation, Sports, community services and engagement with industry leads among others. Source: Ghana News Agency

A past student of Assin Manso Senior High School (AMASS), Mr Gabriel Yankey, has donated 102 pieces of furniture worth GHS30,000.00 to his alma mater to help address the furniture deficit. It comprises 50 mono desks and 52 dual desks. Mr Yankey said the donation was his contribution to give back to the school and advised management to take good care of it to ensure longevity. Mr Eric Nyarkoh, the Headmaster of the school, who received the furniture, said he was grateful to Mr Yankey for the kind gesture. He called on old students of AMASS to also assist in whatever capacity they deemed fit to aid teaching and learning to uplift the image of thl' @3the image of the school high. AMASS located in the Assin South District of the Central Region has a population of 2,672. It was initially established during Dr Kwame Nkrumah's regime in 1965 as a four year Teacher Training College with the name Assin Manso Training College. The School was later converted into a co-educational secondary school in 1971 in line with government policy at that time. Source: Ghana News Agency

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has commended Accra for remarkably hosting the World Book Capital, 2023, saying it would help build a sustainable future for the book and library industry in Ghana. 'As part of this future, Accra will now take on the role of coordinator for the UNESCO Book Capital Network in the coming year,' it stated. This was in a solidarity statement by Mr Edmond Moukala, the UNESCO Representative to Ghana, during the closing ceremony of the one-year long Accra World Book Capital, which ended on April 17, 2024, at the Accra Metropolitan Assembly Hall. The statement said: 'Accra, the vibrant capital of Ghana, has embraced its role as the torchbearer of literacy and storytelling. From the bustling streets of Jamestown to the serene corners of Osu, the love for books has woven itself into the very fabric of this city.' 'We have witnessed the power of words to transform lives, ignite imaginations, and bridge gaps across generations. Throughout t his year, Accra has championed the cause of literacy, focusing particularly on our young people - the architects of our future.' The statement recognised that the Accra World Book Capital had reached out to marginalised groups, including women, youth, migrants, street children, and persons with disability. 'Commitment to lifelong learning has led to reinforcing school and community infrastructure, ensuring that no one is left behind in the pursuit of knowledge.' 'Mobile libraries have crisscrossed neighbourhoods, bringing the magic of books to doorsteps.' It said the journey would not end in Accra as it passed the baton to Strasbourg, France for the next World Book Capital. 'Let's remember that books are more than ink on paper - they are vessels of hope, empathy, and understanding.' 'Let us continue to promote reading, not just within our borders but across the globe. Let us be ambassadors of freedom of information and expression, for these rights are the bedrock of a thriving society.' The statement s aid the choice of Accra for the World Book Capital was facilitated by the World Book Advisory Committee, comprising major international associations in the book sector representing authors, publishers, libraries, and booksellers. 'And so, as the sun sets on Accra's reign as the World Book Capital, let us carry forward the flame of knowledge. Let's write new chapters, explore uncharted narratives, and build bridges of understanding. For in the world of books, there are no boundaries - only endless possibilities,' it said. Source: Ghana News Agency