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Mahama Administration Targets Teacher Welfare with Pension Review and Recruitment Plan

5th January 2026

Ferdinand | EducationGhana | January 05| Mahama Administration Targets Teacher Welfare with Pension Review and Recruitment Plan

Government announces a review of teacher pensions, recruitment of 6,100 teachers, and pension education reforms to strengthen Ghana’s education sector.

A Renewed Focus on Teachers’ Welfare

The Mahama administration has signalled a renewed and coordinated push to improve teacher welfare in Ghana, placing pension security, recruitment, and long-term professional stability at the centre of its education reform agenda.

At a time when teacher morale, retention, and post-retirement security remain pressing national concerns, government officials say the latest measures reflect a deliberate effort to address long-standing structural gaps affecting educators across the public education system.

Government Moves to Review Teacher Pension System

As part of the new welfare drive, the government has committed to a comprehensive review of the teacher pension system, with a strong emphasis on transparency, accountability, and member-centred administration.

Officials noted that the Ghana Education Service Occupational Pension Scheme (GESOPS) and the Public Sector Workers’ Engagement Pension Scheme (PSWEPS) share a common mandate of securing the retirement futures of public sector workers.

The review is expected to strengthen collaboration between pension institutions, improve governance standards, and enhance member education across the sector.

Stakeholders say the review is long overdue, particularly as many teachers nearing retirement continue to raise concerns about benefit adequacy, scheme management, and access to accurate pension information.

Collaboration and Sustainable Pension Management

Speaking on the reforms, officials emphasised the need for closer collaboration among pension trustees, regulators, and worker representatives. Sustainable investment practices and improved pension literacy for members are expected to form a core part of the reforms.

The pension review process will involve consultations with teacher unions, pension trustees, the Ministry of Finance, and relevant international partners. Government insists that reforms will aim to enhance benefits without undermining long-term fiscal stability.

6,100 Teachers to Be Recruited Following Protests

Beyond pensions, the administration has approved the recruitment of 6,100 new teachers, following sustained protests by unemployed trained teachers demanding absorption into the public education system.

The decision, announced during the presentation of the 2026 national budget to Parliament in November, was described as a direct response to public pressure and a recognition of education as Ghana’s largest employer.

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu stated that addressing recruitment backlogs and welfare concerns remains a top government priority, stressing that quality education delivery depends heavily on motivated and adequately supported teachers.

Infrastructure and Welfare Improvements in the 2026 Budget

The 2026 budget also made provisions for infrastructure improvements across the education sector, alongside measures aimed at easing workload pressures on teachers in overcrowded schools.

Government sources say the combined focus on recruitment, infrastructure, and pensions is intended to improve classroom conditions while strengthening teacher retention, especially in underserved communities.

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Pension Education to Be Introduced in Schools

In a related development, the government has partnered with the National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA) to explore the introduction of pensions education in schools. The NPRA has proposed a non-scoring course or module on pensions at the tertiary, secondary, and vocational levels to equip young learners with basic retirement planning knowledge. Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu described the proposal as timely and significant, noting that it aligns with the ongoing national curriculum review from Kindergarten to Primary Six. The Ministry of Education has committed to working closely with the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA) and the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) to advance the initiative.

A Broader Strategy to Strengthen Education

Education analysts view the pension review, recruitment drive, and curriculum-linked reforms as part of a broader strategy to stabilize the teaching profession and restore confidence in Ghana’s education system. By addressing pension security, housing access, recruitment challenges, and professional development, the Mahama administration aims to boost teacher morale, reduce attrition, and attract high-quality candidates into the profession. As consultations on the pension reforms begin, teacher unions and education stakeholders are expected to closely monitor implementation, with many calling for timelines and clear communication to ensure reforms translate into real improvements on the ground.

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