Gov't officially takes over Savannah College of Education

The Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC), has formally absorbed the Savannah College of Education into the public college system.

In a press release, the Ministry described this as a significant milestone, reaffirming the government’s commitment to expanding access to quality teacher education and strengthening Ghana’s educational framework.

The decision follows a comprehensive review and due diligence process, confirming that the institution meets the necessary criteria for transitioning from a private college to a fully recognized public College of Education.

This transition is expected to enhance teacher education by broadening access, improving training quality through state-funded infrastructure and faculty development, and ensuring equity by directing resources to underserved areas.

The Ministry of Education commended GTEC, Traditional Authorities, and the management of Savannah College of Education for their efforts in facilitating the transition.

Stakeholders, including students and faculty, have been encouraged to embrace the change and support efforts to establish the institution as a center of excellence in teacher education.

The move aligns with Ghana’s broader educational reform agenda, which seeks to develop a highly skilled workforce of educators. The transition will be finalized upon the establishment of a GTEC Governing Board.