Author: Amos Famouz

National service scheme defends it’s policy of deploying personals outside Ghana, get ready to do your national service Abroad.Imagine being a young Ghanaian graduate, eager to serve your nation through the National Service Scheme (NSS). But instead of being deployed to a local community, you’re sent to a foreign country, far from family and friends. This is the reality facing some NSS personnel, as the scheme launches its new decade-long policy to deploy members to countries like Nigeria, the UK, and the US.But not everyone agrees. Prospective national service personnel and some stakeholders fear that this policy could be exploited…

Nurses and Midwives Join Forces with Organised Labour in Protest Against SSNIT’s Hotel SaleIn a show of solidarity with Organised Labour, the President of the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA), Perpetual Ofori-Ampofo, has announced that all Outpatient Departments in health facilities will be closed starting Monday, July 15, 2024. This move is aimed at pressuring the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) to terminate the controversial sale of its hotels.The GRNMA’s decision comes on the heels of Organised Labour’s ultimatum to SSNIT, demanding an immediate halt to the sale process. The labour union argues that the sale…

Organised Labour Sounds Alarm on SSNIT’s Hotel Shares Sale: A Threat to Workers’ InterestsIn a move that has left many questioning the priorities of the government, the proposed sale of 60% of SSNIT’s shares in four hotels has sparked outrage among Organised Labour. The group has been vocal in its opposition to the sale, citing it as a betrayal of the trust placed in SSNIT to manage workers’ pensions. Despite a previous directive from the NPRA to suspend negotiations, the Honourable Minister for Employment and Labour Relations announced in Parliament that the sale had been approved.Organised Labour is appalled by…

National Service Scheme (NSS) is set to extend its reach beyond Ghana’s borders.In a groundbreaking move, the National Service Scheme (NSS) is set to extend its reach beyond Ghana’s borders, deploying personnel to the United States, United Kingdom, and Nigeria as part of its innovative new policy. This bold initiative, approved by Parliament, marks a significant shift in the NSS’s approach, aligning its programs with national priorities and embracing a global perspective.According to Armstrong Essah, Director of Corporate Affairs for NSS, the organization’s primary focus is to ensure that all projects and programs align with the government’s development agenda. This…

The President of the Teacher Trainees Association of Ghana (TTAG), Soale Razak, spoke passionately about the devastating impact of the Colleges of Education Teachers Association (CETAG) strike on teacher trainees. He expressed his frustration and disappointment with the lack of progress in resolving the strike, despite numerous meetings and appeals to the government and CETAG.Soale Razak emphasized the need for a better future for teacher education in Ghana, highlighting the challenges faced by teacher trainees, including inadequate resources, poor infrastructure, and lack of support from the government. He stressed that the strike has left thousands of teacher trainees feeling stranded…

The Future of Teacher Education in Ghana: A Call to ActionThe Teacher Trainees’ Association of Ghana (TTAG) has announced its intention to embark on a peaceful protest nationwide in response to the ongoing strike action by the Colleges of Education Teachers Association (CETAG). This decision comes after numerous meetings and appeals to the government and CETAG to resolve the strike and address the pressing issues faced by teacher trainees.As I sit down to write this article, my heart is heavy with concern for the future of teacher education in Ghana. The ongoing industrial strike action by the Colleges of Education…

What’s Next After the Court Ruling on 18th July, 2024?For weeks, the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) has been on strike, fighting tirelessly for their rights and demanding fair treatment. Despite the National Labour Commission’s (NLC) directives to call off the strike, CETAG has refused to back down, citing the government’s failure to implement the arbitral award orders. The NLC has taken legal action against the government to enforce these orders, and the court is set to hear the case on July 18, 2024.As we await the court’s decision, the uncertainty is palpable, and the stakes are…

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The Legacy of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah: A Champion of Education and DevelopmentDr. Kwame Nkrumah’s achievements are a testament to his dedication to Ghana’s growth and prosperity. Here are some of his notable achievements:1. Mfantsiman Girls’ Secondary School2. Ghana National College of Cape Coast Oguaa3. Ofori Panyin Secondary School4. Techiman Secondary School5. Winneba Secondary School6. Swedru Secondary School7. Apam Secondary School8. Dormaa Secondary School9. Tema Secondary School10. Oda Secondary School11. Labone Secondary School12. Kwadaso College of Education13. Atebubu Training College14. Berekum Training College15. Fosu Training College16. Enchi Training College17. University of Ghana18. University of Cape Coast19. Kwame Nkrumah University of Science…

The bill seeks to create the National Service Authority, responsible for mobilizing and posting qualified individuals to perform national service in areas vital to Ghana’s growth and progress.The recently passed National Service Bill aims to establish a dedicated authority to mobilize and deploy qualified individuals for national service in areas of high priority. This move seeks to instill values of civic responsibility, discipline, patriotism, national cohesion, and voluntarism in these individuals. By doing so, the bill aims to leverage the energy and skills of Ghana’s youth for national development.Empowering Youth Through National Service.The bill’s focus on promoting employability, entrepreneurship, technology,…