In a speech delivered at Valley View University, where he received an honorary doctorate degree, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo announced a series of groundbreaking initiatives aimed at revolutionizing Ghana’s education sector. Apexnewsgh reports
The interventions focus on enhancing teacher training, curriculum reforms, and integrating digital tools to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
The Free Senior High School (SHS) policy has significantly increased access to secondary education, while the “No Guarantor” policy under the Student Loan Trust Fund has boosted access to higher education for students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
This has resulted in a remarkable increase in tertiary education enrolment, from 443,978 students in 2016/2017 to 711,695 in 2022/2023.
To accommodate the growing number of tertiary students, the government plans to establish four new universities and expand facilities at existing institutions. The goal is to achieve a 40% Gross Tertiary Enrolment Ratio by 2030, up from the current 18.84%.
The government has also prioritized research and book allowances for academia, disbursing GHS226 million as research allowance and GHS491 million as book allowance since 2020.
These investments aim to foster a conducive environment for scholarly research and innovation, enriching the overall quality of education and advancing research excellence in Ghana.
President Akufo-Addo expressed his desire to be remembered as the “Education President,” highlighting his commitment to transforming Ghana’s education sector. These reforms demonstrate the government’s dedication to ensuring every child receives a holistic and well-rounded education, positioning Ghana for a brighter future.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
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