University of Education, Winneba — tertiary institution in Ghana where journalism and media studies programs operate and student cohabitation and sexual harassment concerns have been flagged.
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… m Policy to Practice: Strengthening Survivor -Centered Sexual Harassment Prevention and Response in Tertiary Institutions.” Representatives from the University of Ghana, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, University of Cape Coast, University of Education, Winneba …
Sexual harassment has no place in educational institutions – Education MinistryJoy Online
… m Policy to Practice: Strengthening Survivor -Centered Sexual Harassment Prevention and Response in Tertiary Institutions.” Representatives from the University of Ghana, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, University of Cape Coast, University of Education, Winneba …
Sexual harassment has no place in educational institutions – Education MinistryJoy Online
… The study covered five public universities — the University of Ghana, University of Education, Winneba, University of Cape Coast, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), and the University for Development Studies (UDS). …
POS Foundation raises alarm over student cohabitation, sexual harassment on university campusesJoy Online
For students at the University of Education, Winneba (UEW), attending an online class, downloading lecture materials or submitting an assignment has become a struggle that often depends on the strength of an internet connection. …
Poor Internet connectivity keeps disrupting teaching and learning at UEWJoy Online
… This was the focus of a workshop organised by the Investigative Journalism Club, University of Education, Winneba (UEW) Chapter, on June 16, 2026, under the theme “Practical Investigative Techniques and Strategies to Resist Media Capture.” The workshop, sponsored by Betty Dufie O …
Training the next generation of watchdog journalistsJoy Online
Students of Journalism and Media Studies at the University of Education, Winneba (UEW) are calling for the establishment of a well-equipped media studio to provide them with more opportunities for practical training. …
UEW journalism students call for practical media studioThe Ghanaian Times
… Dr Boateng, who is also a senior lecturer at the School of Communication and Media Studies of the University of Education, Winneba, said effective waste collection, regular desilting of drains, compliance with planning regulations and sustained public education were critical to b …
Sanitation crisis: Expert decries low investment in waste managementJoy Online
… rof Isaac Boateng, Pro Vice-Chancellor of the University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (USTED), together with Christian Addai-Poku and Bernard Kuug of the National Teaching Council, Prince Gyimah, Edwards Alexander Kyei of the University of Education, Winneba …
Ghana teachers want more training, but cost and access remain a challengeJoy Online
A lecturer in Political Marketing at the University of Education, Winneba, Dr Bernard Tutu-Boahene, has urged commercial drivers, market women, and producers to ensure that the government’s decision to reduce diesel prices translates into real benefits for consumers. …
Don’t use ‘funny tricks’ to undermine government’s diesel relief – Dr Tutu-BoaheneJoy Online
… igital Technology and Innovations; Juliet Amoah, Country Director of Emerging Public Leaders; Sulayman Usman, Global Practice Architect at Google Data Cloud; Professor Delali Dake, Associate Professor of Computing and Information Technology at the University of Education, Winneba …
Omaya Care wins inaugural Ghana AI Innovation Challenge with maternal health solutionThe Deputy Director of the Tertiary Directorate at Ghana's Ministry of Education said sexual harassment has no place in educational institutions and called on tertiary institutions to strengthen prevention, reporting, and support systems to protect students and staff.
17 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Deputy Director of the Tertiary Directorate at Ghana's Ministry of Education said sexual harassment has no place in educational institutions and called on tertiary institutions to strengthen prevention, reporting, and support systems to protect students and staff.
17 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Director of the Tertiary Directorate at the Ministry of Education says sexual harassment has no place in Ghana's educational institutions and that tertiary institutions must strengthen prevention, reporting and support systems to protect students and staff and ensure safe learning environments. This was stated at a multi-tertiary stakeholder conference in Accra on strengthening survivor-centred sexual harassment prevention and response in tertiary institutions.
16 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Perfector of Sentiments Foundation has raised concerns over student cohabitation and sexual harassment at Ghana's public universities, warning these practices could undermine safe learning environments. The organisation's study of five public universities—University of Ghana, University of Education Winneba, University of Cape Coast, KNUST, and UDS—found cohabitation particularly prevalent at University of Education Winneba and University of Cape Coast, noting it can contribute to domestic conflicts and escalate into abuse.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Unstable networks and slow internet speeds at the University of Education, Winneba are disrupting academic activities for students, making it difficult for them to attend online classes, conduct research, and submit assignments on time.
12 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A workshop organised by the Investigative Journalism Club at the University of Education, Winneba on June 16, 2026 brought together journalism students and experienced media professionals to discuss investigative reporting, misinformation, media ethics, and resisting media capture. According to award-winning investigative journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni, the club initiative was established in 2023 with support from ACEP to groom the next generation of investigative journalists.
12 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Journalism and Media Studies students at the University of Education, Winneba are calling for a dedicated, well-equipped media studio to supplement classroom learning with practical training in broadcasting, production, and related skills.
11 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Akwesi Bosompem Boateng, an environmental communication expert, has called for increased investment in waste management, particularly in waste collection equipment, logistics and engineered landfill sites across all 260 districts, citing years of inadequate investment and critical gaps exposed by June 29 floods. He stressed that long-term interventions including infrastructure investment, enforcement of sanitation bye-laws, and community-based sanitation programmes are needed, rather than viewing recent clean-up exercises as lasting solutions.
10 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A study of 4,645 in-service teachers found that many Ghanaian teachers are willing to participate in professional training, but challenges including cost, timing and access are preventing some from benefiting fully. The research comes as Ghana implements education reforms aimed at improving teaching quality through National Teachers' Standards, teacher licensing and mandatory Continuous Professional Development programmes.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A University of Education lecturer has urged commercial drivers, market women, and producers to ensure the government's decision to reduce diesel prices—by absorbing GH¢2 per litre—translates into real consumer benefits rather than being undermined through unspecified "funny tricks."
4 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Omaya Care won the inaugural Ghana AI Innovation Challenge with an AI-powered maternal healthcare solution that uses voice-based assessment through phone calls to detect postpartum complications and alert healthcare providers. The platform operates on basic mobile networks and WhatsApp, designed to support early identification of complications in underserved communities.
3 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Abraham Norman Nortey, a former SRC President at both the University of Health and Allied Sciences (2019) and University of Cape Coast (2024/2025), has announced his candidacy for the NDC parliamentary primaries in the Domeabra-Obom Constituency ahead of the 2028 general elections. Nortey was the first medical student to lead UCC's SRC and is among few student leaders in Ghana to have served as SRC President at two public universities.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Acting Chief Executive of the Millennium Development Authority has challenged Ghana's youth to reject the notion that they are merely "leaders of tomorrow," arguing instead that they are essential partners in building Ghana's prosperity now. He stated that a nation's future depends less on natural resources and more on the capabilities, character and execution of its people, citing examples from Singapore, South Korea, Finland and Botswana.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's 2026 Mid-Year Fiscal Policy Review documents money spent and some outputs—such as 24,000 pieces of medical equipment and 1,840 tractors—but does not account for promised education infrastructure including textbooks, kindergartens, and school desks, despite Parliament approving a detailed budget that included these items.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Nsawam Road Church of Christ has urged greater inclusion of persons with disabilities in churches, schools and society through accessible environments, inclusive education and sign language support. The call was made during a two-week Deaf Awareness Month programme organised by the church's Deaf Ministry, with speakers emphasising that Christian love requires understanding and acceptance for all people.
23 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Surinamese Ambassador to Ghana will headline the 2026 COMSSAFEST seminar at the University of Education, Winneba on July 23, themed "Connecting Minds, Amplifying Voices, Creating the Future." The event will bring together students, faculty, and cultural enthusiasts to celebrate culture and communication, with a focus on Ghana-Suriname cultural and diplomatic ties.
20 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The article argues that Ghana's perennial flooding problem stems not only from poor drainage infrastructure but from citizens' negative attitudes and lack of personal responsibility. It traces Ghana's flood history, citing severe incidents in 1995–1997, a November 2001 flood that left over 43,000 people homeless, and ongoing seasonal disasters that damage homes, businesses, and infrastructure.
13 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Tertiary Education Commission has issued a public notice warning prospective students and parents against enrolling in 15 unaccredited university learning centres and satellite campuses operated by public universities, including centres affiliated with the University of Ghana, University of Education Winneba, University for Development Studies, and others.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Prof. Ransford Gyampo, CEO of the Ghana Shippers Authority, has said meaningful and sustainable development cannot be achieved in a deeply polarised society where policy discontinuity undermines national progress. He stressed that universities have a critical role as repositories of knowledge in promoting continuity in development policies regardless of political changes.
6 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Language experts in Ghana gathered at KNUST's AfroCuration event to discuss how indigenous languages can survive in an increasingly digital world, arguing that preserving African languages requires stronger education policies, better digital documentation, and greater investment in indigenous culture rather than technology alone.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A journalist traveled from Accra to Kumasi on June 18–19, 2026, initially to cover World Sickle Cell Awareness Day at KNUST, but the assignment became a broader travel experience of observation and cultural immersion along the Accra–Kumasi highway.
24 June 2026 · Joy Online →
At least 13 students at Ghana's public universities have died from non-natural causes since 2024, with road accidents, suicides, and attacks accounting for most deaths. Six students died in 2024 (the worst year on record), four in 2025, and three in the first half of 2026, prompting mounting safety concerns among students, parents, and university authorities.
16 June 2026 · Joy Online →
NPP National Communications Director hopeful Gordon Asare-Bediako told party youth that the party's return to power in 2028 depends on deliberate generational renewal—through grassroots confidence, political education, and disciplined organisation—rather than anger or slogans.
10 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Gordon Asare-Bediako, NPP National Communications Director hopeful, told party youth that the NPP's return to power in 2028 depends on deliberate renewal of its generational pillar rather than anger or slogans, and urged the party to learn from its 2024 defeat through honest reflection and disciplined organisation.
10 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
A 2026 peer-reviewed study found concerning levels of mercury (0.53 mg/kg) and cadmium (1.2 mg/kg) in soils at Agbogbloshie, along with lead, arsenic, chromium, nickel, copper, zinc and iron, linked to informal electronic waste processing and the dismantling and burning of mobile phones and telecom equipment.
10 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The University of Education, Winneba held the maiden edition of the Osahen Afenyo-Markin Annual Excellence Public Lecture on selfless leadership and public service, organised by the Effutu Local Council of Christian Churches in partnership with the Effutu Traditional Council and Muslim Community. The event honoured Osahen Afenyo-Markin, Member of Parliament for Effutu, and featured a keynote address by former MP Dr Mark Assibey-Yeboah.
5 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Electric bikes are becoming more common in Bawku, a northeastern Ghana town, partly due to security restrictions on petrol-powered motorbikes following years of tribal conflict. Users report cleaner air and quieter commutes, with entrepreneurs like Hakeem Girma importing e-bikes to meet growing demand.
25 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Heath Goldfields Limited has resumed operations at the Bogoso-Prestea Mine, recalling former workers after a nearly two-year shutdown that left hundreds without jobs and income. The return to work brings relief to families who had exhausted savings and taken on debt during the period of inactivity.
21 May 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece warns that the NDC risks eroding President Mahama's economic gains and policy achievements if the party does not manage the transition to a new 2028 presidential candidate thoughtfully, with multiple potential aspirants from different generations of party leadership already being considered.
19 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana University Sports Association concluded the 9th Mini GUSA Games at UPSA from May 5–15, 2026, bringing together student-athletes from multiple universities to compete in football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, badminton, athletics and other disciplines. UCC emerged as overall champions with 50 medals, followed by UEW with 47 and KNUST with 39.
16 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Legal Education Act 2026 established the Council for Legal Education and Training to regulate legal training standards, decoupling some functions from the General Legal Council. Under Section 45 of the Act, individual law institutions now set their own minimum admission standards through entrance examinations or other assessments, subject to council oversight.
16 May 2026 · Joy Online →