- Osafo-Maafo argues the education system isn't equipping students with the necessary skills
- He emphasizes the need to move away from a purely academic approach
- Osafo-Maafo calls for a fundamental reevaluation of the entire educational system
Senior Presidential Advisor Yaw Osafo-Maafo has expressed serious concerns regarding the effectiveness of Ghana’s educational system, arguing that it is not adequately addressing the country’s pressing challenges.
Osafo-Maafo pointed out that despite a large number of educated individuals, Ghana continues to face significant issues. These include poor sanitation, recurring flooding with severe consequences, and frequent damage to school infrastructure during rainy seasons.
Speaking at the International Educators Summit 2024 themed “Reimagining Education for the Future We Seek: Africa and the World in Dialogue,” Osafo-Maafo emphasized that education should serve as a vital tool in solving societal problems rather than exacerbating them.
He called for a fundamental reevaluation of Ghana’s educational approach to ensure that it equips students with practical skills to effectively tackle real-world challenges.
Osafo-Maafo’s remarks reflect a broader critique of Ghana’s educational system, advocating for reforms that prioritize solutions and societal impact.
“We need change, but that change must be focused on solving the problems facing our country as we move forward. Therefore, we must rethink education as a solution to the nation’s challenges,” he emphasized.
“My message to the Minister of Education, Dr. Yaw Osei-Adutwum, and the entire educational system is clear: we face numerous challenges in our education system, and our educational content should directly aim to address these issues, from simple problems like sanitation to flooding,” he asserted.
