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President Mahama announces recruitment of 16,000 teachers this year
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President John Dramani Mahama announced that the government will recruit 16,000 trained teachers this year to strengthen Ghana’s education sector. This announcement was made during his "Resetting Ghana Tour" in the Volta Region, specifically during an inspection of the new 1,500-seat multipurpose assembly hall at the Peki College of Education. The recruitment process will begin after financial clearance is secured, with remaining trained teachers to be hired as resources become available. President Mahama emphasized the government's commitment to reducing graduate unemployment and ensuring schools have qualified teachers. He also highlighted the importance of investing in teacher education for national development. Haruna Iddrisu, Minister for Education, added that the government plans to construct approximately 50,000 teachers’ bungalows nationwide to address accommodation challenges, particularly in rural areas. This initiative aims to improve teacher welfare, motivation, and retention, and is part of a broader strategy to enhance educational outcomes and ensure equitable access to quality education.
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