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Q&A: The reality of free education for all in Ghana

February 26, 2018 Comments Off on Q&A: The reality of free education for all in Ghana

Since gaining independence in 1957, Ghana has focused on improving access to education and achieving universal enrolment. Primary education became free in 1961 and the 1980s saw major reforms swept through the education system, including restructuring primary and secondary education and introducing vocational classes. In September 2017, the Ghanaian government made secondary education free, with President Nana Akufo-Addo reportedly saying: “There will be no admission ... Read More »

Pranab Mukherjee becomes First Indian President To go to Ghana

June 14, 2016 Comments Off on Pranab Mukherjee becomes First Indian President To go to Ghana

President Pranab Mukherjee greets a girl toddler on his arrival at Kotoka global Airport, Ghana (Accra) on Sunday. (PTI picture) ACCRA: President Pranab Mukherjee on Sunday arrived in Accra in the first leg of his six-day visit to 3African nations – Ghana, Ivory Coast and Namibia, as a part of “outreach to Africa” focussing on alternate,education and boosting members of ... Read More »