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Formed | 1957 |
Jurisdiction | Republic of Ghana |
Headquarters | Ministries, Accra |
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Parent agency | Ghana Education Service |
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The Ministry of Education (MOE) is a multiportfolio government ministry of Ghana, responsible for the governance and management of Ghana's education. It is responsible for the national education curriculum, primarily instituted by Ghana Education Service, which is part of the Ministry. [1]
The Ministry of Education was established under the Civil Service Law 327 and under the PNDC Law 1993 with the mandate to provide relevant education to all Ghanaians. [2] The MoE is committed to ensuring that all Ghanaians are prepared to succeed in the world of work. It achieves this through the development of an educational system that focuses on promoting problem solving and creativity and building critical skills through academic, technical and vocational programs
The Ministry's main offices are located in Accra. [3]
Reverend John Ntim Fordjour, the Deputy Education Minister, revealed that the government has disbursed GH¢40 million to the West African Examination Council (WAEC) to facilitate the seamless organization of the 2023 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). [4] [5]
Building a highly educated and skilled nation where every Ghanaian can achieve their potential.
Every Sector Minister is legally obligated to establish a Ministerial Advisory Board, which provides advice on relevant issues to their respective Ministry. [7] Furthermore, the Advisory Board is tasked with fostering continuous engagement between the Ministry and its service users. It also advises the Minister on policy adjustments, planning objectives, and operational strategies. [7]
The Ministry of Education's main goal is to ensure accessible and high-quality education for all in Ghana. [8] This is achieved through policy formulation, coordination, monitoring, and evaluation, with a focus on meeting labor market demands, enhancing human development, and promoting national integration. Education is recognized as a transformative force, providing opportunities and serving as a pathway out of poverty and underdevelopment. [7] [8]