Katon360 Ushers in a New Era of Learning with Smart Classroom Block at Ghanasco
A new chapter in Ghana’s educational journey was written as Katon360, a pioneering educational technology platform, unveiled a state-of-the-art smart electronic classroom block at Ghana Senior High School (Ghanasco). The inauguration, which coincided with Ghanasco’s 65th anniversary, marked a milestone in the country’s drive toward digital learning and future-ready instruction. The impressive two-storey digital learning facility, powered entirely by the Katon360 ecosystem, stands as a symbol of innovation. It boasts 10 smart classrooms, a technical room, a lecture hall, charging and repairs rooms, and a host of auxiliary spaces. Each classroom is equipped with advanced digital tools, and the entire block runs on solar power, ensuring uninterrupted teaching and learning. A key feature of the initiative is the distribution of tablets to every student, devices preloaded with academic materials designed to support three years of continuous digital learning. The tablets, part of a comprehensive digital rollout, come with internet connectivity and are programmed to restrict access to unauthorised content, focusing students’ attention on their studies. The historic facility was inaugurated by President John Dramani Mahama, who hailed the project as a glimpse into the future of education in Ghana. Addressing staff, students, and invited guests, President Mahama underscored the importance of adaptation and innovation in the nation’s education sector. “Our education system is undergoing a crucial transformation, anchored on technology and future-ready teaching methods,” he said. He further noted that strengthening digital education is at the heart of ongoing curriculum reforms, ensuring every learner acquires vital technological skills. According to President Mahama, Ghanasco’s new smart classroom is an early sign of the government’s ambition to roll out similar digital solutions nationwide. He encouraged students to use their new devices responsibly and avoid distractions from inappropriate online content. Lawrence Hornovo, the Ghana Smart School Project Lead for Katon360, described the project as “a school of the future.” He highlighted the facility’s 21st-century learning environment, complete with smart screens, air conditioning, reliable solar power, and a robust internet connection. “Every student receives a tablet, charging cabinets are available, and our maintenance framework ensures every device stays functional,” Hornovo said. He reassured parents that all devices are strictly monitored, with academic work as their sole purpose. Katon360 has also implemented a digital helpdesk and district-level technician support, with a one-year warranty for factory defects. Repairs for accidental damage are managed on-site, ensuring minimal disruption to learning. Teachers at Ghanasco are already feeling the impact. Physics teacher Eric Addai called the smart board “one of the best teaching experiences” of his career. “You can prepare and upload lessons in advance, and even teach remotely if needed. The students are more engaged, and the system is highly efficient, though we still face some internet connectivity challenges,” he said. Katon360’s innovations extend beyond the classroom. The platform’s Kanton Meet virtual meeting system enables remote teacher collaboration and administrative meetings, further modernizing school operations. For students, the transformation has been profound. Science student Iman Jeswinde Ismaila Abdul-Fatawu shared, “When I came here, I thought lessons would be like junior high, but the Katon360 app made learning easier and more enjoyable. With tablets and facilitator support, our understanding has improved tremendously. We are grateful for this opportunity.” The Ghanasco Smart Classroom Block represents the second Katon360 facility in Ghana and the first in the northern region. With the government’s renewed commitment to digital education, Katon360’s footprint is expected to expand, opening a new world of technology-driven learning for thousands of students across the country. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
CETAG Declares Nationwide Strike Over Unresolved Grievances and Unmet Government Promises
The Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) has announced a nationwide withdrawal of its services, effective Monday, November 24, 2025. The decision comes in protest against the government’s persistent failure to fully implement the National Labour Commission (NLC) arbitral award issued on May 2, 2023. The announcement follows an emergency National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held on November 19, 2025, where CETAG leaders reviewed the lack of progress on long-standing grievances despite repeated engagements and reminders to government officials. In a strongly worded memorandum, the association declared that it had no choice but to suspend all teaching and administrative duties in all 46 Colleges of Education across the country. Among CETAG’s unresolved concerns are the non-payment of All-Year-Round Work Compensation for additional duties performed in 2022, compensation that remains unpaid in 39 colleges, with only partial payment made to Accra College of Education. The association also cited outstanding Book and Research Allowance arrears for both the 2023/2024 and 2022/2023 academic years, as well as unpaid Book and Research Top-up arrears from 2021/2022 owed to Akrokerri College of Education. Another major point of contention is what CETAG describes as the unjust downgrading of teaching staff holding master’s degrees. The association says this move undermines professional dignity and violates both the agreed conditions of service and the Labour Act, 2003 (Act 651). In its directive, CETAG ordered all members to cease teaching, supervising students on Supported Teaching in Schools (STS), and any other academic or administrative duties, effective immediately. “No member should return to the lecture halls until all the listed grievances are fully resolved,” the association stated, emphasizing the legitimacy of the industrial action as a response to the government’s breach of agreements and disregard for the NLC arbitral award. Reiterating its commitment to quality teacher education, CETAG’s leadership declared that its members would not continue to be “exploited, disrespected, or further impoverished.” Local chairpersons were instructed to ensure strict compliance with the strike, urging members to remain united and resolute until their demands are met. As a result of the industrial action, services including teaching, community engagement, STS support and supervision, and project work vetting have all been suspended, leaving a significant gap in the country’s teacher education system until a resolution is reached. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
Tension in Talensi NDC, as Party Members claimed MP is diverting a Training College to his house
Tension is running high in the Talensi NDC party, particularly among members from the East, over a decision made by their Member of Parliament, Daniel Mahama Dung, to divert a training college promised to the people of Talensi in Yameriga by President John Dramani Mahama to his own house. The controversy came to a head at a meeting held on Sunday at Sheaga Primary School, where aggrieved party members from the East gathered to express their displeasure over the MP’s decision. The MP himself was not present at the meeting, but sent three representatives, led by Michael Zoogah the former Shega Electoral Area. According to sources, the meeting was heated, with party members from the East arguing that the President had specifically promised the training college to the people of Yamiriga during the 2024 campaign period, and that it was originally designated to be located in the East. They alleged that the MP had “smartly” taken it to the Central part of the constituency, specifically to his own house. According to our source, the representatives of the MP attempted to defend the decision, but the aggrieved party members were not convinced. They insisted that the training college was a vital development project for the East, and that the MP’s actions were a betrayal of their trust. After much debate, it was resolved that a committee would be formed to look into the matter. However, the youth who were present at the meeting expressed their dissatisfaction with the MP’s approach to the development and vowed to take action. The meeting ended with a sense of unease and mistrust among the party members, with many wondering if the MP’s actions would ultimately benefit the people of Talensi. As the controversy continues to simmer, one thing is certain – the people of Talensi are watching closely to see how the situation will unfold. However, the Member of Parliament for Talensi Constituency, Daniel Mahama Dung, addressed the allegations from the aggrieved party members, accusing him of diverting a proposed training college to his personal residence. In an interview with Apexnewsgh, the MP explained the sequence of events and his motivations, aiming to set the record straight for his constituents. According to Mr. Dung, he initially advocated for the use of the constituency’s E-block facility in Yameriga as the site for the new training college, hoping it could be converted for that purpose. However, he was informed that the E-block, constructed with the approval of the UNDP, was designated specifically to relieve pressure on existing secondary schools and could not be repurposed for a college. “They told me it was a policy and that E-blocks were meant to remain secondary schools, especially in rural areas,” Dung explained. Undeterred, the MP suggested alternative locations, including Duusi and the Lamanteng School near the district assembly. However, these too were rejected by the accreditation authorities, who cited issues ranging from insufficient space to the lack of qualified tutors and support staff required by the National Accreditation Board. Mr. Dung expressed his determination not to let the opportunity slip away for Talensi. “My biggest concern is the lack of teachers in our lower primary schools, which is affecting the standard of education. Having a teacher training college in the constituency would help address this challenge,” he said. Faced with repeated setbacks, the MP decided to offer his own newly constructed 14-bedroom hotel as a temporary campus for the proposed training college. “I told them, ‘If all these options are not viable, I have my house, a hotel with executive rooms, that can be converted for classroom use.’ The accreditation team inspected the facility and agreed that four of the rooms could meet the required standards, but advised that at least nine classrooms would be needed for the school to operate fully.” To meet this requirement, Mr. Dung purchased 10,000 blocks and began constructing an additional five-unit classroom block with eight washrooms. He established a committee to oversee the project and reached out to community members and well-wishers for further support. He stressed that this initiative is a private effort, not a government allocation. “There’s no provision for a training college in the government budget for our area. We are starting this privately, and I’ve promised to donate a pickup vehicle and provide seed capital of $300,000 to get things running. I’m also reaching out to others to support with funding and resources, because we need to pay lecturers and administrative staff until the government can absorb the school in the future.” Mr. Dung also addressed rumors about the siting of a 24-hour market project in the constituency, clarifying that decisions about its location are made by government consultants and not influenced by local MPs or district chiefs. “It is the government and consultants who decide where public projects go, not me or the DCE,” he emphasized. He concluded by reaffirming his commitment to the development of Talensi and called on all stakeholders to work together for the benefit of the community. “I want the best for our people. This training college is not about personal gain; it’s about making sure our children have access to quality education and better opportunities for the future,” he said. Through his detailed account, Mr. Dung hopes to dispel misconceptions and rally community support for the training college project, which he believes will be a game-changer for education in Talensi. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
Ghana Armed Forces Shut Accra Recruitment Centres
The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has announced the temporary closure of all recruitment centres in Accra, except for the El-Wak Sports Stadium, effective Monday, November 24, 2025. This decision follows a recent stampede at the El-Wak Sports Stadium on Wednesday, November 12, which raised serious concerns about crowd safety. In the immediate aftermath of the incident, the GAF had responded by opening additional screening centres to ease congestion. New venues included two centres at Nicholson Park in Burma Camp, one at the Air Force Base in Burma Camp, two at the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) in Teshie, and another at the Eastern Naval Command in Tema. However, in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, November 23, the GAF announced a reversal of that expansion. “GAF Recruitment Update: All recruitment centres in Accra for the 2025/2026 exercise, except El-Wak Sports Stadium, will be closed on Monday, 24 November 2025. All potential recruits yet to be screened should report to El-Wak Sports Stadium for the continuation of documentation and body selection,” the statement read. According to the Armed Forces, the latest directive is aimed at streamlining the remaining stages of the recruitment process and improving crowd management and safety for both recruits and staff. The move underscores GAF’s commitment to learning from recent events and ensuring a safer environment as the recruitment exercise continues. Source: Apexnewsgh.com