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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Anglican Senior High School, Kumasi, has secured its place in the One-Eighth Stage of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) after dominating Shama SHS and debutants Namong SHTS at the CNC Auditorium. …
NSMQ 2026: Anglican SHS cruise to one-eighth stage as Namong SHTS shine on debutJoy Online
Tema Secondary School has booked a return to the One-Eighth stage of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), taking another step towards a title dream that was painfully cut short last year. …
NSMQ 2026: TEMASCO returns to one-eighth stage after last year’s heartbreaking lossJoy Online
Mim Senior High School (SHS) came into the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) contest with hopes of making amends, but Ofori Panin SHS had other plans. …
NSMQ 2026: OPASS seize control from Mim SHS, Oyoko Methodist to advance to one-eighth stageJoy Online
Nalerigu SHS and Jachie Pramso SHS have been sent packing from the National Science and Maths Quiz after falling short in a three-school preliminary contest at the SMS Auditorium, with Nalerigu’s return to the national stage ending at the first hurdle.For Nalerigu, the result i …
NSMQ 2026: North East Region denied one-eighth stage as Kumasi High kicks out NaleriguJoy Online
It was heartbreak for Techiman Senior High School as their 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) campaign came to an end at the Preliminary Stage, after they narrowly lost to Wesley High School, Bekwai by just one point. …
NSMQ 2026: Heartbreak for Techiman SHS as Wesley High edge them by one point in prelimsJoy Online
Nandom Senior High School (SHS) pulled off a remarkable comeback at the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), overturning a 12-point deficit to edge Ghana Senior High School, Koforidua, by a single point and secure a place in the One-Eighth Stage. …
NSMQ 2026: Nandom SHS complete stunning comeback, edge Ghana SHS by a point to reach one-eighth stageJoy Online
… Hubert Seminary Senior High School (SHS) has secured a place in the One-Eighth Stage of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) after holding off Bright SHS and Akwamuman SHS in a nerve-racking contest.St. …
NSMQ 2026: St. Hubert Sem edge Bright SHS in three-point thriller to book one-eighth spotJoy Online
Accra Girls Senior High School has made a flying start to their 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) campaign, securing a place in the One-Eighth Stage after beating Asamankese Senior High School and Sandema Senior High School in their opening contest. …
NSMQ 2026: Accra Girls make flying start, cruise past Asamankese, Sandema to book one-eighth spotJoy Online
Edinaman Senior High School (SHS) has ended a seven-year wait and booked a slot in the One-Eighth Stage of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) after an impressive performance at the preliminary stage. …
NSMQ 2026: Edinaman SHS ends seven-year wait, qualifies for one-eighth stageJoy Online
The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) is set to begin its preliminary stage, with 147 schools preparing to battle for qualification to the next round of the prestigious academic competition. …
NSMQ 2026: Check out the 147 schools battling in 49 preliminary contestsPresbyterian 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.
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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.
21 hours ago · Joy Online →
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 →
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 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 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 →
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 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 →
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 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 →
Prempeh College finished the first quarter-final on 44 points to secure the first semi-final spot, with Keta SHTS finishing second on 39 points and Ghana National College third on 30 points.
30 August 2026 · Joy Online →
St. John's School secured a quarter-finals spot in the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz after dominating its One-Eighth Stage contest against Benkum SHS and Nandom SHS, finishing with 55 points to Nandom SHS's 30 and Benkum SHS's 19.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
St. Hubert Minor Seminary has defeated Mawuli School to advance to the quarter-final and reclaim its seeded status for the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz, after trailing 20–15 in the opening round and recovering to finish on 48 points, four ahead of Mawuli.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
St. Augustine's College advanced to the 2026 NSMQ quarter-finals after a dramatic One-Eighth-stage contest ended with Anlo SHS and Kumasi High School walking off the stage. The contest was marked by scoring disputes, including a partial mark awarded to Augusco on a meninges question and an oversight adjustment in the Problem of the Day.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz enters its One-Eighth Stage with 81 schools competing in 27 contests from August 26–28, 2026. The schools qualified through winning preliminary contests, high-scoring losses, or seeding, with three schools per contest battling for places in the quarter-finals.
25 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz has advanced to the One-Eighth stage, with 81 schools competing for progression. The field comprises 49 automatic qualifiers from the preliminaries, the five highest-scoring losing schools, and 27 seeded schools.
25 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Islamic SHS, Kumasi pulled off a late comeback to defeat Tamale Islamic Science SHS 45–40 in the NSMQ 2026 qualifying round, securing a spot in the One-Eighth Stage while eliminating Tamale from the competition.
24 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Chemu SHTS defeated Saviour SHS in a tiebreaker to advance to the One-Eighth Stage of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz. Despite leading for most of the contest, Saviour SHS drew level with Chemu in the final round at 50 points each, leading to the decisive tiebreaker that Chemu won.
24 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Accra High School claimed the one-eighth stage ticket at the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz by finishing with 33 points, one point ahead of Ghana SHS, Tamale (32 points) and two points ahead of Sunyani SHS (31 points) after a dramatic final round, with Sunyani SHS walking out before final scores were declared.
23 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Nsutaman Catholic SHS came from behind to beat Serwaa Nyarko Girls 50–41 and secure a One-Eighth stage spot in the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz, with Hope College finishing third on 37 points.
23 August 2026 · Joy Online →