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National Science and Maths Quiz

Also known as: NSMQ 2026 · #NSMQ2026 · National Science & Maths Quiz · 2026 NSMQ · 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz · 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz national championship · 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz Championship · 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Grand Finale

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July 2026
28 JulJoy Online
Amenfiman Senior High School has secured the first qualification slot from the Western Regional Qualifiers for the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Championship after delivering a dominant performance in the opening contest. …
Amenfiman SHS grabs first Western region NSMQ ticket with commanding 61-point show
28 JulJoy Online
Tarkwa Senior High School has secured the second qualification slot from the Western Regional Qualifiers to the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Championship after producing a commanding performance in Contest Two. …
NSMQ 2026 : Tarkwa SHS dominates Contest Two, grabs second Western region NSMQ ticket
28 JulJoy Online
Armed Forces Senior High Technical School (SHTS) has secured qualification for the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) national championship after a commanding performance in Contest Three of the Ashanti Regional Qualifiers. …
NSMQ 2026: Armed Forces SHTS march to nationals, warn rivals ‘we’re coming with our guns’
27 JulJoy Online
Wesley Girls’ Senior High School has secured qualification to the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Championship after delivering a dominant performance in Contest Eight of the Central Regional Qualifiers. …
NSMQ 2026 : Wesley Girls crush Fetteman, Enyan Maim with 70 points to book NSMQ return
27 JulJoy Online
Senya Senior High School has secured qualification to the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Championship after delivering a dominant performance in Contest Six of the Central Regional Qualifiers. …
NSMQ 2026 : Senya SHS secures second NSMQ appearance after defeating Winneba, Fetteman and Assin Manso
26 JulJoy Online
Holy Child School has secured a return to the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Championship after prevailing in a tense contest that was decided by a tie-breaker at the Central Regional Qualifiers. …
NSMQ 2026: Holy Child School returns to nationals after defeating Mankessim SHTS in tie-breaker
26 JulJoy Online
Kumasi Academy (KUMACA) has secured qualification to the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Championship after producing a dominant display in the Ashanti Regional Qualifiers. …
NSMQ 2026: Kumasi Academy storms back to nationals with commanding 63-point victory
26 JulJoy Online
Nyakrom Senior High Technical School has secured qualification to the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Championship after a strong performance in Contest Four of the Central Regional Qualifiers. …
NSMQ 2026: Nyakrom SHS secures second-ever NSMQ qualification as twin sisters steal spotlight in emotional qualifier
26 JulJoy Online
… Zion Senior High School has secured qualification to the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Championship after emerging victorious in a tightly contested battle on Day Two of the Central Regional Qualifiers. …
NSMQ 2026: Aggrey Memorial qualifies for nationals after hard-fought Central region qualifier win
26 JulJoy Online
… Hubert’s Seminary Senior High School has staged a remarkable comeback to secure the fifth qualification slot from the Ashanti Regional Qualifiers to the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) national championship. …
NSMQ 2026 : St. Hubert’s Seminary SHS completes comeback against Afua Kobi to book national championship place

Society

Bookworm CEO urges extracurricular activities for pupil talent development

The News

The CEO of Bookworm has urged parents and teachers to encourage children to participate in extracurricular activities and educational competitions, arguing that classroom performance alone is insufficient in a competitive world. He cited the example of a female student from Keta who reached the final of a National Science and Maths Quiz competition and secured an opportunity to continue education abroad.

25 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 25 October

Bookworm CEO urges extracurricular activities for pupil talent development
The CEO of Bookworm has urged parents and teachers to encourage children to participate in extracurricular activities and educational competitions, arguing that classroom performance alone is insufficient in a competitive world. He cited the example of a female student from Keta who reached the final of a National Science and Maths Quiz competition and secured an opportunity to continue education abroad.
25 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 18 October

Education official urges students to prioritize science and maths
The Abuakwa North Municipal Director of Education has urged students to take Science and Mathematics seriously to help address Ghana's challenges and drive national development. The Member of Parliament for Abuakwa North donated laptops and cash to three senior high schools participating in the National Science and Maths Quiz and announced scholarship opportunities for students pursuing medical education.
18 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 12 October

Minister calls for retaining nuclear scientists, attracting talent
The Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, has urged the ministry's agencies to retain nuclear scientists and expose students to career opportunities in nuclear science and technology to build human resource capacity in the sector. She noted that training professionals in specialised scientific fields can take at least 15 years and proposed that agencies introduce programmes to enable students to explore careers in scientific fields.
12 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 6 October

Team Volta wins NPA 2026 Staff Welfare Week Quiz
Team Volta, comprising the Volta Regional Office and two directorates, won the National Petroleum Authority's 2026 Staff Welfare Week Quiz Competition and received a cash prize of GH¢30,000. The quiz tested contestants on the NPA's mandate, technical directorates, Ghana's Green Transition Plan, petroleum policy, and current affairs across teams pairing regional offices with head office functions.
6 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 5 October

Volta Region wins NPA Staff Welfare Week Quiz Competition
The Volta Region team defeated competing NPA regional and departmental teams at the National Petroleum Authority's 2026 Staff Welfare Week Quiz Competition, which tested knowledge of Ghana's downstream petroleum industry, policy issues, and current affairs. The winning team received a cash prize of GH¢30,000.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 30 September

Ayikuma Methodist Basic School wins National Juniors Challenge
Ayikuma Methodist Basic School of Accra-Dodowa has won the 2026 Zincovit National Juniors Challenge, an academic quiz competition for Junior High School students, at its grand finale held in Dansoman. The victory came at the school's third consecutive appearance in the final, with 286 schools from across the country having participated in the competition.
30 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 24 September

ATDP opens new Olympiad Educentre Annex in Accra
The Academic Talent Development Program (ATDP) officially opened the Olympiad Educentre – Annex in Adjiringanor, Accra on September 19, 2026, as an extension of its main centre intended to expand capacity for academic preparation, talent development, and co-curricular experiences.
24 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 22 September

NSMQ partners with Science Digest to expand science education
The National Science and Maths Quiz and Science Digest Show have formed a partnership to advance science and health education in Ghana, building on the country's historical scientific traditions and the contributions of institutions like Presbyterian Boys' Senior High School, Legon.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 17 September

Ghana hosts Japanese astronaut for space cooperation talks
Ghana hosted Japanese astronaut Dr Koichi Wakata from September 15 to 19, 2026, for discussions on strengthening cooperation in space science, technology and innovation. Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa emphasised the importance of international cooperation in space exploration and Ghana's strategic partnership with Japan ahead of the countries' 70-year diplomatic anniversary in 2027.
17 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana, Japan explore cooperation in space science and technology
Ghana and Japan are exploring deeper cooperation in space science, technology and innovation. Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa hosted Japanese astronaut Dr Koichi Wakata for discussions on international partnerships to support national development, with 2027 marking the 70th anniversary of formal diplomatic relations between the two countries.
17 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 12 September

PRESEC wins ninth NSMQ trophy at 2026 grand finale
Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon) won the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz with 40 points, defeating Accra Academy (33 points) and St Augustine's College (27 points) to claim its ninth NSMQ trophy, marking the school's return to the final after a two-year absence.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Foreign Minister rewards PRESEC's ninth NSMQ championship win
Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Minister for Foreign Affairs and PRESEC alumnus, rewarded the school's NSMQ-winning contestants with MacBooks, teaching staff with laptops, cash, and a holiday treat. He also announced delivery of a special NSMQ bus to the school in December.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 11 September

Special Prosecutor lauds Accra Academy's alumni achievements across sectors
Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng has described Accra Academy as Ghana's foremost all-round school, citing the calibre and impact of its alumni in governance, law, business, entertainment, sports and science. He highlighted the school's scientific heritage and noted that Accra Academy is determined to reclaim its position in science and mathematics after other schools recently took the lead.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Special Prosecutor supports Accra Academy NSMQ team with laptops
Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng, an old student of Accra Academy, presented laptops and other items to the school's NSMQ team following its first-ever appearance at the competition's Grand Finale, urging the team to return stronger and compete for the trophy in 2027.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 10 September

PRESEC Legon wins ninth NSMQ trophy after comeback victory
Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon) has won the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz championship, their ninth trophy, after overcoming a slow start to defeat St Augustine's College and Accra Academy in a close final round.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
PRESEC, AUGUSCO, Accra Academy compete in NSMQ 2026 final
The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz Grand Finale is underway at the University of Ghana with eight-time champions PRESEC-Legon, two-time champions St Augustine's College, and first-time finalists Accra Academy competing for the championship trophy.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
NSMQ 2026 grand finale: PRESEC seeks ninth title
The National Science and Maths Quiz 2026 grand finale is underway at the University of Ghana, Legon, with PRESEC-Legon, St Augustine's College, and Accra Academy competing. PRESEC-Legon, the eight-time champions, are seeking a historic ninth title after a two-year absence, while Accra Academy makes their first-ever grand finale appearance.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
NSMQ 2026 Grand Finale: PRESEC, AUGUSCO, Accra Academy compete
The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz Grand Finale is taking place with Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon), St Augustine's College (AUGUSCO), and Accra Academy competing for the national title.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Dumelo wishes NSMQ finalists well ahead of 2026 grand finale
John Dumelo, MP for Ayawaso West Wuogon, has wished the three finalists of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz—PRESEC-Legon, St Augustine's College, and Accra Academy—well ahead of today's grand finale at the University of Ghana Premier Dome. Accra Academy is appearing in the final for the first time, while PRESEC-Legon seeks a record ninth title and St Augustine's College aims for a third.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Bawumia wishes PRESEC, Augusco, Accra Academy ahead of NSMQ final
Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has wished the three finalists—Presbyterian Boys' Senior High School, St Augustine's College, and Accra Academy Senior High School—well ahead of the National Science and Maths Quiz grand finale, describing them as some of Ghana's finest schools.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
St Augustine's old boys offer GH¢110,000 motivational package for NSMQ final
Old students of St Augustine's College have announced a GH¢110,000 motivational cash package for the school's team ahead of the NSMQ grand finale, with individual contestants receiving GHS10,000 for qualifying and potential additional bonuses if the school wins the competition.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 9 September

Prudential Life Insurance Ghana wins CSR Company of Year 2025
Prudential Life Insurance Ghana has been named CSR Company of the Year 2025 at the 6th Chartered Insurance Institute of Ghana Excellence Awards, in recognition of its sustained commitment to people, communities and the environment through programmes including mangrove restoration, financial literacy initiatives, healthcare support and STEM education.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 4 September

NSMQ 2026 grand finale features PRESEC-Legon, St Augustine's, Accra Academy
The National Science and Maths Quiz 2026 grand finale will see record eight-time champions PRESEC-Legon, two-time champions St Augustine's College, and debutant Accra Academy competing for the trophy. PRESEC-Legon has appeared 13 times in the final and is the only school to have won back-to-back titles on two separate occasions.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 3 September

Accra Academy reaches NSMQ Grand Finale for first time
Accra Academy qualified for the National Science and Maths Quiz Grand Finale for the first time in the school's history, winning the semi-final on Thursday, September 3, 2026, with 54 points ahead of Bright Senior High School (44 points) and Achimota School (43 points).
3 September 2026 · Joy Online →
PRESEC-Legon reaches NSMQ final, chases historic ninth trophy
Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon), the eight-time NSMQ champions, advanced to the 2026 grand finale by defeating St John's School and Tamale Senior High School in the semi-final, scoring 44 points to St John's 25 and Tamale SHS's 16, with a chance to win a record ninth trophy.
3 September 2026 · Joy Online →
St. Augustine's College reaches NSMQ 2026 grand finale
St. Augustine's College defeated Prempeh College and Pope John SHS & Minor Seminary in the first semifinal to secure a place in the NSMQ 2026 Grand Finale on September 10 at the University of Ghana. This is the school's third consecutive appearance in the national final since 2024.
3 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 1 September

Achimota School eliminates Adisadel from NSMQ 2026 quarter-finals
Achimota School defeated Adisadel College in the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz quarter-finals, progressing to the semi-finals after dominating across multiple rounds. Adisadel's early competitive performance unravelled as Achimota built an insurmountable lead through strong performances in Round Two, the True or False round, and the Problem of the Day.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Bright SHS becomes first private school in NSMQ semi-finals
Bright SHS made history as the first private school to reach the semi-finals of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), defeating Chemu SHTS by one point (27–26) in the 2026 quarter-finals. The school advanced through its first-ever quarter-final appearance after eliminating Ghana Secondary Technical School in the one-eighth stage.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 31 August

PRESEC-Legon defeats Mfantsipim in NSMQ quarter-finals
Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon), eight-time NSMQ champions, defeated defending champions Mfantsipim School and Presby SHS, Bompata in the 2026 quarter-finals to advance to the semi-finals. The victory allowed PRESEC-Legon to settle a score with Mfantsipim, who had eliminated them in the 2024 semi-finals.
31 August 2026 · Joy Online →
St. Augustine's College reaches third straight NSMQ semifinal
St. Augustine's College defeated Aburi Girls' SHS and St. John's Grammar School in the quarterfinals, finishing on 47 points to secure a place in the NSMQ semifinals for the third consecutive year.
31 August 2026 · Joy Online →