Children

Embracing a Brighter Future: Introducing the Talent-Based Curriculum.

In a pivotal step towards reshaping education in Ghana, the Ghana National Council of Private
Schools has unveiled the Talent-Based Curriculum, aimed at equipping students at the basic
and junior high school levels with essential entrepreneurial skills, particularly within the
Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector. This innovative curriculum is
designed not only to foster a love for learning but also to diversify career opportunities for our
youth, steering them towards promising futures.

The Silent Discrimination of Essential Jobs in Ghana

In Ghana today, a worrying trend has emerged, one that sees essential, skill-based jobs such as
being a carpenter, mason, hairdresser, makeup artist, farmer, and a cook being regarded as
“third-class” professions. These trades, once respected and seen as vital to the fabric of our
society, are now looked down upon, often considered the last resort for those who could not
“make it” in formal education. This shift in perception is not only harmful to the individuals
pursuing these professions but also detrimental to our national development.