Diaspora Global Education Conference: Education must be opportunity-centred - Dr Apaak
Ghana’s Deputy Minister of Education, Dr Clement Abas Apaak, has urged major reforms to connect the country’s education system with real-world opportunities. Speaking at the Diaspora District Global Education Conference in Accra on December 17, 2025, he highlighted the need for stronger ties between schools, industries, and government to better prepare students for work and national growth.
Dr Apaak stressed that education must go beyond exams and instead focus on practical skills for life and careers. He pointed out that without proper collaboration, students struggle to transition from school to employment. The solution, he argued, lies in redesigning systems to match current economic and social demands.
The minister called for coordinated partnerships across sectors, including educators, businesses, policymakers, and the Ghanaian diaspora. He described these alliances as essential for creating learning environments that lead directly to livelihoods. Teachers, he added, should play a key role in shaping education policies and reforms. Dr Apaak also urged the private sector and development partners to treat education as a strategic investment. By doing so, he believes Ghana can build a workforce ready for entrepreneurship, industry, and national development.
The proposed changes aim to transform Ghana’s education into a system that aligns with workforce needs and real-life applications. If implemented, these reforms could help students move more smoothly from classrooms into productive careers. The call to action now rests with educators, industries, and policymakers to work together.
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