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| A Letter to the education authorities |
On 8th April 2026, a professionally trained teacher wrote an open letter to the leadership of the Ghana Education Service, the Honourable Minister of Education, teacher unions, and other stakeholders in Ghana’s education sector.
The teacher explained that he had served faithfully in the public school system for many years. He said that he and many other teachers wrote the promotional examination in December 2025, which was meant to help them gain promotion. However, he complained that after more than three months, the results had still not been released.
The teacher stated that this delay was unacceptable and showed a lack of respect for teachers. He explained that the exam was mostly multiple choice, so it should have been marked quickly. He compared this situation to the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), which conducts larger exams but still releases results within three months or even earlier.
Furthermore, the teacher said that this was not the first time the GES had treated teachers unfairly. He complained that while the GES delays important matters like promotions, it is quick to punish teachers when they break rules. He added that teachers are overworked, underpaid, and not appreciated.
The teacher also criticized the teacher unions, including the Ghana National Association of Teachers and the National Association of Graduate Teachers. He said their silence on the issue was disappointing. He questioned why they had not spoken publicly or taken action to defend teachers.
In addition, the teacher called on the Director-General of GES and the Minister of Education to release the exam results immediately. He demanded that all successful teachers should be promoted and paid their salary increases and arrears without delay.
Finally, the teacher urged all stakeholders, including parents, civil society groups, the media, and Members of Parliament, to put pressure on the GES to solve the problem. He concluded by saying that teachers deserve respect and fair treatment, and that action must be taken immediately.