President Mahama Pledges Digital Transformation to Boost Ghanaian Education

Ferdinand | EducationGhana | January 05 | President Mahama Pledges Digital Transformation to Boost Ghanaian Education

 President John Mahama promises to expand digital learning, improve school resources, and strengthen education standards nationwide, aiming to prepare Ghanaian students for the 21st-century workforce.

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📢 Breaking: President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring world-class education for all Ghanaian children, highlighting digitalisation as key to national development.

Current Challenges in Ghanaian Education

• Unequal access to resources: Rural and low-income communities face limited classroom materials and technology.
• Teacher shortages: Many regions struggle with adequate staffing, affecting learning outcomes.
• Infrastructure gaps: Overcrowded classrooms and under-equipped schools hinder student performance.
• Digital divide: Not all students can benefit from modern learning tools, impacting future competitiveness.

“Every child deserves a world-class education. We will continue digitalising our schools and ensure every classroom has the tools for 21st-century learning,” President Mahama said. 

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Government Commitments

1. Digital Learning Tools: Expand tablets, projectors, and smart classrooms across the country.
2. Teacher Training: Provide professional development for educators to leverage technology effectively.
3. Infrastructure Improvements: Reduce overcrowding and equip schools with modern facilities.
4. Access Equity: Target rural and low-income communities to bridge the education gap.
5. Future Skills Focus: Prepare students for global labour markets shaped by technology and innovation.

Why This Matters

• Boosts National Competitiveness: A skilled, tech-savvy workforce can drive economic growth.
• Promotes Equal Opportunity: Ensures all children, regardless of location or background, access quality education.
• Supports Sustainable Development: Technology in schools aligns with Ghana’s goals for innovation and modernization.
• Improves Learning Outcomes: Better resources and training translate to higher student achievement.

Key Takeaways

• The Free SHS policy expanded access but didn’t fully resolve resource and quality gaps.
• Digitalisation and technology adoption are now central to education reform.
• Stakeholders emphasize that teacher training, facilities, and digital tools are critical for “world-class” education.
• Investments in 21st-century learning are linked directly to Ghana’s long-term development.

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