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The Ghanaian government announced plans to introduce peace education clubs across all Senior High Schools to promote conflict resolution and social cohesion among students.

The Commission on Senior High Schools has announced that up to 10 percent of placements at top institutions will be reserved for protocol candidates, while the National Peace Council strongly condemned recent arson and violent clashes linked to school rivalries. Together, the announcements highlight ongoing reforms and security concerns within Ghana’s secondary education system.

Approximately 50,000 candidates who sat for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination were denied placement in Senior High Schools after failing mandatory English and Mathematics requirements.

Education policy specialist Dr Peter Anti urges a major overhaul of campus security protocols following a surge in vandalism and violent incidents at Ghana's senior high schools.

The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) has donated 400 mono metal-recycled plastic desks to four senior high schools in Kumasi to improve teaching and learning and address furniture shortages.

Candidates who took this year's Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) in Ghana will be permitted to select a maximum of two Category A schools for placement into Senior High Schools (SHSs) and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions.

Ghana's Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has met with the Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools (CHASS) to strategize ahead of a national conference aimed at tackling increasing indiscipline in senior high schools.

The Institute for Education Studies (IFEST) has questioned the feasibility of the Ghanaian government's plan to eliminate the double-track system in Senior High Schools by 2027, stating that World Bank funding alone will not be enough.

Ghana's Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu is expected to detail a GH¢3 billion infrastructure program aimed at abolishing the double-track system in Senior High Schools during his appearance at the Government Accountability Series.

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has released funds to Senior High Schools (SHSs) and Senior High Technical Schools (SHTSs) nationwide to support the supply of perishable food items for second- and third-year students.

Heads of Senior High Schools in Ghana's Central Region are advocating for the systematic collection and publication of disciplinary data to identify patterns, target interventions, and measure progress in curbing indiscipline.

The World Bank has approved a $300 million financing package to support Ghana's efforts to phase out the double-track system in Senior High Schools by 2027. This funding aims to improve educational infrastructure and access.

The National Petroleum Authority distributed over 60,000 sanitary pads to female students in seven senior high schools across six regions to commemorate World Menstrual Hygiene Day 2026.

President John Mahama has unveiled a new education infrastructure initiative, STAR-J, aimed at eliminating the double-track system in Senior High Schools across Ghana by the end of 2027.

Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh has warned of a national food distribution crisis in Ghana, stating that food is rotting on farms while Senior High Schools face shortages of essential supplies.

AngloGold Ashanti has donated 1,000 sets of classroom furniture to three senior high schools in Ghana's Ashanti Region. This initiative aims to address infrastructure deficits and improve learning conditions for students in communities near its Obuasi mine.

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially authorised the release of funds to all Senior High Schools (SHS) and Senior High Technical Schools (SHTS) to cover the costs of the upcoming 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) practicals.

Thirty-three Senior High Schools in Ghana are set to pilot a new WASSCE-SC curriculum this year. This initiative aims to introduce changes to the educational framework.

The Chambas Team of Red Alert, in collaboration with the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), has officially launched the Drug Abuse Prevention Clubs in Senior High Schools in the Ahafo Region.

Rev. Dr. Kwabena Opuni-Frimpong, former General Secretary of the Christian Council of Ghana, has called for a national dialogue to address the rising indiscipline in Senior High Schools.

Irene Sam, Public Relations Officer of the National Council of the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA), argues that punitive measures alone are insufficient to address rising student misconduct in senior high schools, emphasizing the need for moral guidance.

With nearly 55,000 students missing out on public school placements through the computerized selection system, educational authorities are encouraging them to pursue enrollment at private senior high institutions to continue their studies.

The Ghana Education Service has rolled out a standardized prospectus outlining required items and procedures for all senior high schools across the country.

The Eastern Regional Police Commander has cautioned students at Okuapem and Mount Sinai Senior High Schools to avoid mob violence and attacks on law enforcement, acknowledging that while mass arrests are impossible, ringleaders will be identified and prosecuted.

The Eastern Regional Security Council ordered the closure of Okuapeman and Mount Sinai Senior High Schools following violent reprisal attacks that destroyed school facilities.

Former President John Dramani Mahama stated that the government's plan to phase out the double-track system in Senior High Schools would improve students' academic performance by restoring adequate contact time with teachers.

Ghana's Education Ministry has affirmed that senior high schools across the country are prepared to accommodate students who sat for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) and are awaiting placement, despite existing infrastructure challenges.

Ninety-eight senior high schools in Ghana's Ashanti Region are participating in the fiercely contested National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Regional Qualifiers, vying for spots in the national championship.

The Ghanaian government plans to establish more Community Day Senior High Schools in selected peri-urban communities like Nima, Ayawaso, and Kasoa, as part of efforts to expand access to secondary education.

President John Dramani Mahama announced the government's intention to eliminate the double-track system in senior high schools by 2027. This will be achieved through the construction of new schools and the expansion of existing educational facilities.

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced that candidates for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) will select their preferred Senior High Schools and second-cycle institutions from July 20 to August 7.

On World Drug Day, the Bel-Aqua Care Foundation donated GH¢120,000 to the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) to train counselors in Senior High Schools across Ghana.

Ghana's Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has expressed concern over increasing indiscipline in senior high schools (SHSs), describing it as a major challenge and announcing a national reform conference to address the issue.

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced the academic calendar for Senior High Schools (SHSs) and Senior High Technical Schools (SHTSs) for the 2026/2027 academic year, detailing schedules for both Single Track and Transitional Schools.

The National Teaching Council (NTC) in Ghana has launched an initiative to certify over 42,000 unqualified teachers in basic and senior high schools through a fast-track professional training program.

President John Mahama announced that Ghana has secured a $300 million facility from the World Bank to upgrade 50 senior high schools, aiming to improve secondary education access and quality and end the double-track system by 2027.

Ghana's Education Service has announced new placement reforms for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), requiring candidates to select two Category A Senior High Schools, one boarding and one day, within their locality.

The Deputy CEO of Ghana's National Food Buffer Stock Company expressed concern over ongoing feeding challenges in senior high schools, stating that a lack of vegetables directly prevents students from being fed.

The Institute for Education Studies (IFEST) has endorsed the Ghanaian government's decision to allow Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates to select their preferred Senior High Schools only after their results are released, advocating for thorough testing of the policy.

James Gunu, the Volta Regional Minister, has reaffirmed the Ghanaian government’s commitment to promoting quality education in the region through infrastructure projects aimed at upgrading Senior High Schools.

The National Peace Council (NPC) in Ghana has voiced deep concern over a surge in violent incidents and assaults occurring in some Senior High Schools, urging immediate action.

Dr. Peter Anti, Executive Director of IFEST, urged Ghana's Ministry of Education to take proactive measures beyond mere investigations following a series of violent incidents in senior high schools.

The national education authority has published a unified prospectus document to guide incoming senior high school students across the country.

The Ghana Education Service has published the official harmonised prospectus detailing admission procedures, requirements, and item lists for Senior High Schools and Technical Schools for the upcoming academic year.

The Institute for Educational Studies has called on Ghana’s Ministry of Education to first evaluate existing disciplinary frameworks before implementing new measures to address escalating violence in senior high schools.

The Techiman North District Assembly is introducing a comprehensive code of conduct for basic and senior high schools to combat student indiscipline and improve academic outcomes, with chiefs warning against interceding for errant students.

The Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) has launched a 'Collective Furniture Appeal' to mobilize classroom furniture for basic, junior, and senior high schools across Ghana facing critical shortages.

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has raised concerns about the increasing incidence of gang-related violence and severe indiscipline in senior high schools, noting that behaviors previously associated with tertiary institutions are now prevalent.

The Ashanti Regional Command of the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) organised a poetry competition for Drug Free Clubs in nine Senior High Schools (SHSs) as part of activities marking the 2026…

The Cabinet has approved a proposed $300 million World Bank financing package to support infrastructure development in senior high schools, with Parliament expected to consider the agreement on…

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has initiated a National Entrepreneurship Pilot Programme for Senior High Schools (NEP-SHS) to equip students with practical entrepreneurial skills and foster a new generation of innovators.

The Eastern Regional Command of Ghana's Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), in collaboration with the Ghana Education Service (GES) and Promasidor Ghana, organized a seminar for Guidance and Counselling Coordinators from Senior High Schools to strengthen school-based drug prevention.

The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, announced that the Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the Ghana Education Service, will convene a nationwide conference by the end of July 2026 to address growing concerns over indiscipline in Senior High Schools.

The World Bank is expected to approve a US$300 million facility on June 16 to support the expansion and upgrade of educational infrastructure across 50 senior high schools in Ghana.

Heads of Senior High Schools in Ghana have raised concerns over the National Food Buffer Stock Company's alleged failure to disclose food supply costs, while the company's Head of Corporate Affairs denies the claims, stating prices are agreed upon by stakeholders.

The National Teaching Council (NTC) in Ghana has disclosed that more than 42,000 teachers currently working in basic and senior high schools across the country lack professional teaching qualifications.

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has issued a strong warning to teachers, invigilators, and heads of Senior High Schools to prevent all forms of examination malpractice as the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) begins.

Maxwell Lukutor, Member of Parliament for South Tongu, announced securing major funding for three Senior High Schools and a 24-hour market, marking a significant development push for his constituency.

The Ghana Education Service has confirmed that the government has released funds for purchasing perishable food items for senior high schools, addressing concerns about a potential food shortage and ensuring the continuity of the school feeding program.

Ghana's Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, announced the country's increasing investment in educational technology, including the implementation of artificial intelligence tools in senior high schools.

Dr Kwabena Bempah Tandoh, a former Deputy Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES), has mounted a robust defence of the double-track system introduced in Senior High Schools, labelling it an "absolutely worth it" journey that salvaged the futures of over a million Ghanaian children.

Access to functional library facilities remains a challenge in many public senior high schools across Ghana, where limited infrastructure and inadequate learning resources continue to hinder effective

Ghana's Deputy Minister of Education, Clement Apaak, has issued a warning that students involved in recent violent clashes in senior high schools will face severe sanctions.