Anloga, Volta Region – The Anloga District Education Directorate has reported a pressing issue of teacher shortages within its basic schools, with a staggering deficit of around 330 educators. This inadequacy is significantly hindering the quality of teaching and learning in the area.
This alarming revelation was shared by Mr. Dominic Yao Dzanado, the District Director of Education, during a recent stakeholders’ meeting initiated by Member of Parliament Mr. Richard Sefe. The gathering, held on a Monday, aimed to evaluate the performance of students in the ‘MPs Independent Mock’ exams conducted last November, ahead of the upcoming 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).
Currently, the Anloga District encompasses 51 public basic schools that include Kindergarten, Primary, and Junior High School levels. These institutions collectively require 841 teachers to operate effectively. Unfortunately, only 511 teachers are currently employed, resulting in a significant shortfall of approximately 330 educators.
Mr. Dzanado highlighted the profound impact of this staffing scarcity, stating that it burdens existing teachers, reduces contact hours, and hampers the quality of instruction, especially in critical Junior High School subjects.
The meeting also served as a platform for stakeholders to review the recent mock examination results. MP Richard Sefe voiced his disappointment over the outcomes, emphasizing the need for immediate and concerted improvement efforts. He remarked that the results reflected both slight advancements and persistent challenges that must be collectively addressed to enhance educational delivery in the district.
“The mock results indicate that we have much work ahead if we aim to elevate BECE performance in Anloga. This session has illuminated both our achievements and the significant hurdles we face,” Mr. Sefe stated.
Concerns raised during the meeting included a worrying trend of BECE candidates who, after registering, choose not to attend school, issues of pupil indiscipline, teacher misconduct, and inadequate parental involvement, all of which adversely affect students’ academic readiness and performance.
In response to these challenges, Mr. Dzanado informed the Ghana News Agency that strategic measures are being implemented, including the reassignment of headteachers across selected basic schools to enhance supervision and academic standards. He also indicated that further strategies would be introduced later this year.
Mr. Dzanado called for a united effort to tackle these issues, urging parents, traditional leaders, the media, and community figures to support the Directorate’s initiatives by fostering discipline, encouraging regular school attendance, and cultivating a learning-friendly environment.
“Improving education in Anloga is a shared responsibility that requires commitment from parents, educators, community leaders, and the public at large,” he emphasized.
The session concluded with a collective agreement among all stakeholders to collaborate with the District Education Directorate and the Member of Parliament to address the teacher shortage and enhance BECE results in the Anloga District.
