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26 Lecturers to benefit from ‘Skills4Success’ project
Twenty-six (26) Lecturers from seven Ghanaian Colleges of Education and Universities have been selected for the ‘Skills4Success’ project targeted at improving academic performance and greater employability of young people.
The ‘Skills4Success’ project developed and delivered by the British Council in partnership with the Government of Ghana, Wikimedia Foundation and Ghana Tertiary Education Commission, will be undertaken until March 2023.
The 26 lecturers have been selected from University of Cape Coast, University of Winneba, St. Louis, Jasikan, Holy Child, Bagabaga and Presbyterian Colleges of Education would benefit from the pilot programme to be extended to three other African countries namely Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa.
A recent study conducted by International Finance Corporation (IFC) found that over 230 million jobs in Sub-Saharan Africa would require at least basic digital skills by 2030 and nearly 65 per cent of current job employers require at least some basic digital skills.
According to Mr. Chikodi Onyemerela, Acting Country Director, British Council Ghana & Cameroon, these figures by IFC stressed the need to enroll the ‘Skills4Success’ programme aimed at providing teacher trainers and student teachers with the knowledge and skills to develop improved digital literacy and factual writing skills in the young learners they teach.
“The linear relationship between effective teaching/teacher competency and pupils’ learning outcome is well documented in various extant literatures and what we are setting out today is an enduring journey to support the numerous efforts by State and Non-State actors to improve the output and competitiveness of the Ghanaian students, using Colleges and Universities of Education as entry point,” he said.
He revealed that a recent consultative meeting with top officials at the Ministry of Education underlined the importance and focus on Science, Technology Engineering, and Mathematics education, digital literacy and the need to enhance English language amongst teachers, school leaders and students across the country.
Mr. Abdulai Jinapor, Deputy Director, Ghana Tertiary Commission, in his remarks, commended all partners for the project which according to him, will help improve the skills sets of students and acquire knowledge.
He noted that the training programme would enable teacher students and trainers to better understand how to use the internet as a learning and research resource, and actively engage in the online space in professional contexts.
He added that it would improve the quality of their written communication both academically and professionally and develop their confidence in their use of digital tools. -GNA
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Many SOEs have been used as mere instruments for personal wealth accumulation –Pres.Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has expressed concern over the misuse of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) for personal financial gain by individuals in leadership positions.
Speaking during a meeting with Chief Executives of specified entities under the State Interest and Governance Authority (SIGA) on Thursday, March 13, the President directly attributed the dire state of SOEs to their leadership, accusing chief executives, management teams, and governing boards of prioritising personal enrichment over organisational efficiency.
He pointed to bloated budgets, unjustified allowances, and unnecessary expenditures as factors draining public funds while SOEs continue to rely on government bailouts.
“Many SOEs have been used as mere instruments for personal wealth accumulation by appointees. The chief executives, management, and boards of these enterprises are responsible for this situation. Some SOEs have become perennial loss-makers, draining public funds with bloated budgets, unjustified allowances, and unnecessary expenditures while relying on government bailouts as if entitled to them. Many of these entities are at their lowest point in the entire history of the Fourth Republic,” he said.
President Mahama further noted that many SOEs have been plagued by inefficiencies, corruption, and mismanagement, leading to consistent financial losses. He cited the 2023 State Ownership Report by the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), which highlighted systemic inefficiencies and wasteful expenditures within these entities.
He therefore reaffirmed his commitment to reforming under-performing SOEs and ensuring they serve national interests.
He warned that loss-making SOEs will no longer be tolerated and will either be merged, privatised, or closed.
“I will assess you based on your performance. If you do not align with the pace of the reset agenda, you may be asked to step aside. If that adds to the horror movie, so be it,” he added.
Source: Myjoyonline.com
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Prophet Courage Heavens set to launch ‘Predestination’ book on March 23
Prophet Courage A. Heavens is set to launch the much-awaited book titled ‘Predestination’ on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 5:00PM.
The launch, which is expected to impact lives, will take place at Crossgates Ministries, Flattop, off N1 Highway, opposite Angel Hauz.
The book is aimed at addressing the way people struggle to understand how free will and destiny align.
It is also aimed at providing clarity on God’s sovereignty and one’s place in His divine plan.
The various chapters of the book address various issues through scriptures and personal stories.
Committed to impacting society, part of the proceeds from the book will go into Courage Heavens Education Legacy (CHEL), an educational foundation transforming lives.
CHEL is dedicated to providing financial support and mentorship to brilliant but needy students, ensuring they have access to quality education and opportunities for a better future.
Prophet Courage Heavens is a prolific writer and previously authored Eli Eli Lama Sabachthani, a powerful book that encourages unwavering faith in times of trials.
In addition, he has written seven more prophetic and life-changing books that are yet to be published.
He is dedicated to raising the next generation for impactful ministry. As the leader of Crossgates Ministries, he nurtures believers in faith and purpose.
