Executive Summary
The Ministry of Education in Ghana has inaugurated a 17-member committee, led by former Education Minister Christiana Amoako-Nuamah, to oversee the establishment of new public universities nationwide. Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, emphasized the importance of expanding access to higher education and aligning academic programs with Ghana's development needs. The committee's mandate includes developing a national framework, identifying suitable locations, and recommending relevant academic programs. This initiative aims to address gaps in higher education and ensure that new universities are built on strong foundations of research and innovation. The committee will submit its recommendations to Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang.
- Ghana establishes a committee to expand higher education access and align academic programs with national development needs.
What Is Driving The Story?
- Increasing demand for higher education.
- Addressing skills gap in the workforce.