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KOICA presents teaching and learning materials to GES
The Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has presented teaching and learning materials to the Ghana Education Service(GES), worth over $1 million, to support the successful implementation of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in basic schools.
It forms part of the $8 million KOICA Girls STEM project, aimed to enhance and encourage girls to partake in science education, being implemented in 10 districts, namely the Central and Eastern Regions.
It includes beakers, test tubes, tripod stands, spring balance, test tube holders, stopwatches, hand lenses, measuring cylinders, a set of garden stools, and others to encourage the practical learning of science programmes in the schools.
The Country Director of KOICA Ghana, Mr. Donghyun Lee who presented the education material yesterday in Accra, said, the “girls STEM project” was initiated by KOICA to embody the collective commitment to empowering young minds, breaking barriers, and fostering inclusivity in education.
“Today, we come together not only to review the progress made so far but also to witness a pivotal moment as we hand over essential teaching and learning materials that will further enhance the educational experience for our beneficiaries.
Education is the cornerstone of progress, and the Girls STEM by KOICA project stands as a testament to our belief that investing in the education of young girls is an investment in the future” Mr Lee said.
He said the four-year project, with funding support from KOICA, was a gender-responsive pedagogy project that generally seeks to improve the competency of Junior High School (JHS) STEM education, stressing that, about 400 JHS, were beneficiaries of the ongoing project.
The Director General of the GES, Dr Eric Nkansah who thanked KOICA for their immense contributions to Ghana’s education, especially in the area of STEM, was optimistic the presentation would improve the learning of science in the country.
He said about 12.5 per cent of students were able to pursue science programmes in the various Senior High Schools, stressing that girls’ participation in STEM education had significantly reduced.
Dr Nkansah implored Girls to embrace STEM education with all seriousness since science education had become one of the priority requirements to further their education at the tertiary level.
He called on benevolent individuals and organisations to support the Service and to improve science education in the various JHS and SHS, as the government welcomes such collaborations to achieve the STEM initiative.
Dr Nkansah said that by harnessing the power of STEM, Ghana could address societal challenges to enhance productivity and improve the overall quality of citizens.
BY BERNARD BENGHAN.
Ghana’s parliament has marked the 2nd edition of May Day 2026 under the theme “ Welcome Home”.
It was special day meant to celebrate the invaluable support of the workforce, recognizing the commitment, resilience, and contributions of workers to institutional growth and national development.
Delivering the message on behalf of the Speaker, the 1st Deputy Speaker, Bernard Ahiafor, described the theme as very apt, appropriate, and timely, noting that Parliament is more than a workplace, it is a shared home.
He emphasized that we cannot speak about work without speaking about people, reminding everyone that the true measure of our work is the well-being of our people.
He urged that our traditional clothing become an integral part of our everyday clothing, and that our local languages must become integral to our daily lives, interwoven into education and practiced at home.
Referencing Standing Order 63, which captures the use of local language as optional in deliberations, he encouraged a renewed commitment to identity, saying it is significant that we “come home” and present who we are so future generations can inherit a story they can fully tell.
The Clerk, Mr. Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, in his remarks commended officers for their dedication and devotion to duty, calling on them to go the extra mile and leave legacies.
Echoing the reminder that an unexamined life is not worth living, he described the event as an invitation to reconnect with our roots through cultural revival.
The Deputy Clerk, C&FMS, Dr. Gloria Sarku Kumawu, urged all not to forget their roots, the people behind the stories of ministries, industries, and the strides made both in-house and beyond.
What began last year has now become a meaningful tradition, showcasing Ghanaian heritage, fostering unity, and encouraging innovation under the principle of diversity for unity and diversity for progress, she added.
The gathering brought together leadership, public officials, and staff across all levels, along with the media, standing as a unifying platform that honored service, celebrated culture, and reaffirmed a shared commitment to national development.
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Manhyia would serve as Ghana’s unifying force …Otumfuo assures on commemoration of 27 years on the Golden Stool
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, last Friday celebrated his 27th enstoolment with a colourful and culture-rich ceremony at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, drawing a distinguished gathering of dignitaries from across Ghana and beyond.
Clad in splendid kente and adorned in rich traditional regalia, the dignitaries added colour and elegance to the occasion, as the palace grounds came alive with a vibrant display of Ghanaian culture.
Traditional drumming, dancing and symbolic rites underscored the deep-rooted heritage of the Ashanti Kingdom, captivating guests and reaffirming the value of tradition in modern society.
Speaking at a high-level Executive Gala organised by the Diaspora Affairs Office of the Office of the President in strategic partnership with the E ON 3 Group, the ‘World-Meets-in-Ghana’ gala, the Asantehene urged Ghanaians to guard against the divisive tendencies of partisan politics.
The event was to honour the Asantehene’s nearly three-decade reign under the theme ‘Advancing Peace and Sustainable Economic Development through Royal Vision’.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II noted that such attitudes threatened the country’s long-standing values of unity, civility and brotherliness.
He assured that Manhyia would continue to serve as a unifying force for the nation.
The celebration also featured the presentation of commemorative gold coins to notable national leaders, including the President, John Dramani Mahama, former Presidents John Agyekum Kufuor and Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo as well as Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, a former Vice President in recognition of their contributions to peace and national development.
By Spectator Reporter
