The Ministry of Education has formally announced a legislative process to amend the Pre-Tertiary Education Act, 2020 (Act 1049), with the primary objective of ensuring appropriate representation of recognized faith-based organisations on the Ghana Education Service (GES) Council. This significant development follows a series of consultations and concerns raised by the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference regarding the exclusion of faith-based institutions from the Council’s decision-making processes. The announcement, issued on August 27, 2026, signifies a deliberate shift in policy aimed at addressing these longstanding concerns, which began with the GES Council’s composition in 2025 and subsequently prompted a review of the existing legislation. The Ministry’s stated rationale is that the reduction in representation to one representative was an anomaly, necessitating a comprehensive amendment to the law to adequately accommodate the evolving needs of faith-based educational institutions within the Ghanaian education system. The legislation in question, the Pre-Tertiary Education Act, 2020 (Act 1049), currently defines three representatives of faith-based organizations as members of the GES Council. The Ministry emphasized that the current representation model was established in 1995, under the Ghana Education Service Act, 1995 (Act 506), and this arrangement has been continuously maintained. However, the Ministry acknowledges that the current provision does not adequately reflect the growing influence and significance of faith-based organizations in the nation’s educational landscape. Following extensive stakeholder engagement, including discussions with key figures from the Ministry of Education and representatives from faith-based organizations, the Ministry has initiated a comprehensive legislative review process. The Ministry has pledged to engage with diverse stakeholders to strengthen the education sector and ensure that all pertinent interests are appropriately represented. The Ministry expressed deep gratitude to the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference and other faith-based organizations for their longstanding contribution to the country’s educational advancement and highlighted their commitment to collaborative efforts. Furthermore, the Ministry reiterated its commitment to improving foundational learning and assured the public that the legislative review is proceeding swiftly and with utmost diligence. The Ministry also stated that it will continue to monitor and address growing disciplinary issues within the education sector, ensuring that all stakeholders are adequately represented in the governance process. The Ministry’s announcement is part of a broader policy aimed at decentralisation within the education sector, which includes a commitment to strengthening the institution of higher learning. A detailed report detailing the legislative review process and anticipated outcomes is expected to be released in the coming weeks.” , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
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