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University Vice-Chancellor with Shovel - Professor Hamida Dramani The Dr. Hilla Limann Technical University in the Upper West Region is poised to alleviate its accommodation challenges with the construction of a new 400-bed student hostel facility. The project, officially launched during a sod-cutting ceremony, marks a significant milestone in the university’s development and commitment to student welfare. The contractors of the project, Global Investment Limited’s Residen

Most Rev. Fr. Alfred Agyenta, Bishop of Navrongo/Balgatanga A communique issued by the Tamale Ecclesiastical Province Pastoral Conference (TEPPCON) led by Most Rev. Philip Naameh, Metropolitan Bishop of Tamale, and presented by Most Rev. Alfred Agyenta, Bishop of Navrongo-Bolgatanga , has underscores the vital role of education as a cornerstone of sustainable development in Ghana. The document highlights both the historical challenges and ongoing efforts of the Catholic Churc

File Photo The Assembly member for Charekpong centreal Hon. John Baptist Angbagna in the Nadowli/Kaleo District, has expressed grave concern over the escalating school dropout rates among basic school students in the community. During an interview on Info Radio’s Te Zine Yiri Yela progam, he described the trend as “very unfortunate” and highlighted several contributing factors. Hon. Angbagna revealed that many students who remain in school perform poorly in the Basic Educatio

The Wa Municipal branch of the Ghana National Association of Private Schools (GNAPS) has successfully organized its maiden inter-schools quiz competition. The quiz is aimed at improving academic performance among private basic schools in the municipality. Speaking at the event, the Wa Municipal Chairman of GNAPS, Mr. Sulemana Mumuni, said the quiz was introduced to challenge both teachers and students to go beyond their usual teaching and learning routines. According to him,

Most Rev. Peter Yelezuome -Bishop of Damongo Diocese The Bishop of Damongo Diocese and Vice President of the Tamale Ecclesiastical Province Pastoral Conference (TEPPCON), Most Rev. Peter Yelezuome, has highlighted the significant role of the Catholic Church in advancing health and education in Northern Ghana. He emphasized that the Church has consistently prioritized human development across its activities, positioning itself as a trailblazer in the region. Bishop Yelezuome p

File Photo The Assembly Member for the Funsi North Electoral Area in the Wa East District, Hon. Mahamud Yussif, has raised serious concerns over the dilapidated state of school infrastructure in his electoral area . During a recent interview on Info Radio, Hon. Yussif described the facilities as being in a dire condition, with worn-out doors and windows, and roofs and walls that are in a deplorable state. He further lamented that the school has become a refuge for stray anim

The Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) has declared an indefinite nationwide strike effective Monday, 24th November 2025, citing government’s persistent failure to honour key obligations under a National Labour Commission (NLC) arbitral award issued on 2nd May 2023.   The directive, issued through a memorandum signed by National President Maxwell Banuu and National Secretary Fidelis Kamaayi, followed an emergency National Executive Committee (NEC) mee

Mr. Saaka Adams - Principal - Wa Techinical Institute The Wa Technical Institute (WA TECH) in the Wa Municipality of the Upper West Region has been temporarily closed following a violent disturbance involving students that erupted on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. The incident resulted in significant damage to school property and has prompted authorities to take swift action to restore order. According to reports, the chaos began when a confrontation between some students and

File Photo In observance of African Statistics Day, the Upper West Regional Office of the Ghana Statistical Service unveiled key research findings in their Governance Series Wave 2 Report addressing issues of corruption and citizen participation in governance. The report presented by the Regional Statistician Mr. John Gambo, the study highlights the critical role of infrastructure investment and citizen engagement in national development. Upper West Regional Statiscian Mr. J

File Photo Parents of children in Tieyir, a farming community within the Jagluu Electoral Area of the Wa West District, are appealing to the District Assembly and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to establish a Kindergarten (KG) school locally. Currently, their children are compelled to trek to neighboring communities such as Younuuri or Jenekaa in the Sawla-Tuna Kaleba District to access early education. Residents highlight the challenges faced by children, particularly