Ghana to recruit 7,000 teachers and 1,200 faculty

The teacher shortage fix just got a major boost through fresh hiring plans.

Ghana teacher recruitment

• The Ministry of Education in Ghana secured approval for 7000 hires.
• Priority targets candidates for deprived communities.
• Applications open via the GIS portal from April 10, 2026.
• 2023, 2024 plus 2025 graduates can apply.

University staffing boost

• The government greenlit 1200 new faculty positions.
• University of Ghana gains from the expansion drive.
• The University of Cape Coast receives additional lecturers.
• Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology benefits too.

Timeline details

• Successful teachers start work by July 1, 2026.
• Process stays open, transparent, and competitive.
• Effort supports nationwide education improvements.
• Focus includes infrastructure and staff welfare.