Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called on African nations to design education policies that directly address the continent’s unique challenges rather than relying on foreign models.
Speaking on March 14, 2025, during a meeting with representatives from the Association for the Development of Education in Africa (ADEA) and the African Development Bank (AfDB), she emphasized the need for long-term, research-driven reforms tailored to Africa’s realities.
She highlighted key priorities, including strengthening teacher training, balancing quality with accessibility, and integrating African languages into education to improve comprehension and learning outcomes.
“African countries must prioritize teacher preparation, ensure that quality matches quantity, conduct extensive research, and incorporate local languages into the education system,” she stated.
The ADEA and AfDB delegation expressed support for Ghana’s National Education Forum and backed the idea of African nations financing their own education systems rather than depending on external aid.
This meeting reinforces the growing push for education reforms that are uniquely African, equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed to solve local problems.
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