A worrying statistic has come to light in the Upper East Region. Among the 10,681 female candidates set to write the exams, 21 are heavily pregnant and 17 are lactating mothers. Apexnewsgh reports
This means that approximately 1 out of every 255 girls sitting for the BECE in the region is either pregnant or already a mother.
While education stakeholders have praised the high female participation in this year’s BECE, the statistics on early pregnancies and teenage motherhood have sparked concern. The presence of these 38 girls highlights a growing trend that challenges efforts to keep girls in school and ensure they complete basic education uninterrupted.
As the exams commence, education authorities have assured that all candidates, regardless of their condition, will receive the necessary support to write the exams under dignified and accommodating conditions. The exams will be administered across 90 examination centers in the region from June 11 to June 18, 2025.
The numbers, however, remain a sobering reminder that while access to education is improving, the safety, health, and futures of many young girls in the Upper East Region still hang in the balance. With a total of 19,523 candidates registered for the BECE, including 8,842 boys and 10,681 girls, the region is taking a crucial step towards shaping the future of its young population.
The situation underscores the need for sustained efforts to address the challenges faced by adolescent girls in the region. By working together, stakeholders can help ensure that these young girls receive the support they need to thrive and reach their full potential.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen
