The Member of Parliament for Kwahu Afram Plains North, Worlase Kpeli, has raised concerns about the deplorable state of education facilities in his constituency.
During a recent familiarization tour, Kpeli highlighted the numerous challenges faced by schools, particularly those on the islands, where teachers struggle with poor living conditions and treacherous travel routes.
Many teachers are forced to cross rivers to reach their schools, putting their safety at risk. To mitigate this, Kpeli has started providing life jackets to some teachers, but acknowledges that more are needed.
He has appealed to stakeholders, including NGOs and philanthropic organizations, to support efforts to acquire and distribute essential safety equipment for teachers.
The District Director of Education, Victoria Atsupe Baku, echoed Kpeli’s concerns, revealing a severe shortage of teachers in the area.
With only 545 teachers across 95 schools, many institutions are operating with just one teacher handling all classes from kindergarten to junior high school.
Baku emphasized the need for improved infrastructure, pointing out that several classroom blocks are in a deteriorated state, with cracked walls and damaged floors. She called for renovations and additional teachers’ bungalows to encourage more educators to accept postings to the district.
The challenges facing Kwahu Afram Plains North highlight the broader struggle of rural education in Ghana, where poor infrastructure, inadequate staffing, and logistical difficulties hinder quality learning. With both the MP and education authorities pushing for urgent intervention, stakeholders are watching closely to see if concrete actions will be taken to address these pressing issues.
