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26 Lecturers to benefit from ‘Skills4Success’ project
Twenty-six (26) Lecturers from seven Ghanaian Colleges of Education and Universities have been selected for the ‘Skills4Success’ project targeted at improving academic performance and greater employability of young people.
The ‘Skills4Success’ project developed and delivered by the British Council in partnership with the Government of Ghana, Wikimedia Foundation and Ghana Tertiary Education Commission, will be undertaken until March 2023.
The 26 lecturers have been selected from University of Cape Coast, University of Winneba, St. Louis, Jasikan, Holy Child, Bagabaga and Presbyterian Colleges of Education would benefit from the pilot programme to be extended to three other African countries namely Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa.
A recent study conducted by International Finance Corporation (IFC) found that over 230 million jobs in Sub-Saharan Africa would require at least basic digital skills by 2030 and nearly 65 per cent of current job employers require at least some basic digital skills.
According to Mr. Chikodi Onyemerela, Acting Country Director, British Council Ghana & Cameroon, these figures by IFC stressed the need to enroll the ‘Skills4Success’ programme aimed at providing teacher trainers and student teachers with the knowledge and skills to develop improved digital literacy and factual writing skills in the young learners they teach.
“The linear relationship between effective teaching/teacher competency and pupils’ learning outcome is well documented in various extant literatures and what we are setting out today is an enduring journey to support the numerous efforts by State and Non-State actors to improve the output and competitiveness of the Ghanaian students, using Colleges and Universities of Education as entry point,” he said.
He revealed that a recent consultative meeting with top officials at the Ministry of Education underlined the importance and focus on Science, Technology Engineering, and Mathematics education, digital literacy and the need to enhance English language amongst teachers, school leaders and students across the country.
Mr. Abdulai Jinapor, Deputy Director, Ghana Tertiary Commission, in his remarks, commended all partners for the project which according to him, will help improve the skills sets of students and acquire knowledge.
He noted that the training programme would enable teacher students and trainers to better understand how to use the internet as a learning and research resource, and actively engage in the online space in professional contexts.
He added that it would improve the quality of their written communication both academically and professionally and develop their confidence in their use of digital tools. -GNA
Accra’s creative industry is preparing for one of the most ambitious film projects in recent Ghanaian cinema as award winning filmmaker Big Ghun and acclaimed media personality and producer Doreen Avio officially open auditions for their upcoming feature film, Scarlett Unveiled.
The highly anticipated auditions will take place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM at MCB Studios, Lapaz Tabora, with actors of all ages invited to participate.
Presented by PB Studios Africa, Scarlett Unveiled is a bold and emotionally charged Ghanaian creative project.
The project is expected to resonate strongly with young audiences in Ghana and across the diaspora..
The production is being developed in collaboration with the Embassy of Switzerland in Ghana, which is supporting the project’s executive launch.
Renowned textile brand Woodin has also come on board as the official clothing partner, while MCB Studios is serving as a support partner for the audition process.
According to Big Ghun, known for directing internationally recognized projects such as Koro (One), Leaked, and Vibes the Movie, Scarlett Unveiled is designed to become a landmark cultural production that will travel from cinema screens to schools and global platforms.
Producer Doreen Avio, one of Ghana’s most respected media personalities and event hosts, says the project aims to discover both established and emerging actors who can bring authenticity and emotional depth to the story.
She added that “This is more than an audition,” the producers say. “It is an opportunity for talented individuals to become part of a one of a kind Ghanaian story with the potential to inspire audiences around the world.”
Interested participants are encouraged to come with a passport sized photograph and be prepared to showcase their talent and confidence before the casting team.
With an award winning creative team, respected institutional partners, and a story rooted in truth and transformation, Scarlett Unveiled is shaping up to be one of Ghana’s most significant cinematic undertakings in the coming year.
Parliament has confirmed that the Member of Parliament for Asante Akyem North, Kwame Ohene Frimpong, has been detained at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
In a statement signed by the Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, Parliament said the incident had been brought to the attention of the House leadership.
According to the statement, the Speaker of Parliament and the leadership of the House are currently in contact with Ghana’s Mission in The Hague to gather detailed information about the matter.
Parliament, however, did not disclose the reasons behind the MP’s detention.
“The public will be duly informed appropriately on this matter,” the statement added.
By: Jacob Aggrey
