President Mahama to Launch National Education Forum on February 18 in Ho

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President Mahama to Launch National Education Forum on February 18 in Ho
President Mahama to Launch National Education Forum on February 18 in Ho

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President John Dramani Mahama is set to launch the National Education Forum in Ho on February 18, 2025. The forum will focus on education transformation, policy reforms, and stakeholder engagement to create a sustainable future for Ghana’s education sector.

President Mahama to Launch National Education Forum in Ho on February 18

 

President John Dramani Mahama will officially launch the National Education Forum on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, in Ho, Volta Region. This highly anticipated event, spearheaded by the National Education Forum Planning Committee, marks a major step toward education reform and transformation in Ghana.

The forum, under the theme “Transforming Education for a Sustainable Future,” aims to evaluate and enhance the nation’s education policies, infrastructure, and regulatory framework.

Key Focus Areas of the National Education Forum

According to Professor K. T. Oduro, Chairman of the Planning Committee, the National Education Forum will focus on five key pillars that are critical to education reform:

1️⃣ Infrastructure – Addressing the growing demand for classrooms, technology, and learning resources.

2️⃣ Quality Education – Ensuring that schools provide relevant, up-to-date curricula and competent teachers.

3️⃣ Regulation and Accountability – Strengthening oversight and compliance in the education sector.

4️⃣ Financing – Discussing sustainable funding models for education.

5️⃣ Research and Data – Utilizing data-driven decision-making to enhance educational outcomes.
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Consultative Dialogue and Stakeholder Engagement

Following the official launch on February 18, the National Education Forum will extend to a consultative dialogue scheduled for February 19-21, 2025.

This engagement will take place across selected zones in Ghana to gather insights from students, teachers, parents, education policymakers, and stakeholders.

Additionally, a validation conference will be held from February 27-28, 2025, at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA). The final education policy recommendations will be presented to the Minister of Education on March 21, 2025.

Expected Outcomes of the National Education Forum

The forum is expected to deliver key outcomes that will shape Ghana’s future education policy:

✅ Consensus Document – A comprehensive summary of stakeholder recommendations for reform.

✅ Thematic Action Plan – A strategic roadmap outlining education reform initiatives.

✅ National Education Policy Framework – A policy blueprint that will guide the next phase of Ghana’s education system.

NDC’s Commitment to Education Reform

This initiative aligns with the National Democratic Congress (NDC)’s broader vision for revamping Ghana’s education system. Under President Mahama’s leadership, the NDC government seeks to:

✔ Improve access to quality education across all levels.
✔ Ensure equitable resource allocation in schools nationwide.
✔ Introduce policies that support teachers and students.

Prof. Oduro emphasized that stakeholder input will be crucial in shaping a robust and inclusive education policy that prepares students for the challenges of the 21st century.

 

Conclusion: A Landmark Initiative for Ghana’s Education Sector

The National Education Forum is set to be a transformational event, bringing together key stakeholders, policymakers, and education experts to design a sustainable and future-ready education system.

📢 Stay tuned for updates from the National Education Forum 2025!

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