1. Zimbabwean Lawmakers Study Ghana’s Education Reforms 2. Haruna Iddrisu Hosts Zimbabwe Delegation on Education

 


Ghana’s strides in educational reform and innovation continue to gain international attention, as the Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, on Monday hosted a high-level Zimbabwean parliamentary delegation in Accra. The visit forms part of a broader study tour designed to examine Ghana’s education policies, innovation ecosystem, and the integration of industry with higher learning.

Led by Hon. Dr. Thokozani Khupe, Chairperson of Zimbabwe’s Portfolio Committee on Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development, the delegation included Members of Parliament, committee staff, and representatives from the Zimbabwean Embassy in Ghana.

During a briefing at the Ministry of Education, Minister Haruna Iddrisu outlined Ghana’s strategic efforts to reform its education sector, highlighting policy shifts focused on equitable access, relevance, and quality outcomes at all levels. He emphasized Ghana’s drive to align education with national development priorities through the promotion of STEM, digital transformation, and expanded technical and vocational training.

“We are not only expanding access to education, but also ensuring that the system equips learners with the skills needed for the modern economy,” the Minister stated.

The Zimbabwean delegation expressed deep admiration for Ghana’s model, particularly the institutional frameworks supporting innovation and entrepreneurship within the education system. Hon. Dr. Khupe commended Ghana’s progress and indicated Zimbabwe’s interest in replicating best practices.

“We see Ghana as a leader in educational innovation in Africa. We are here to study, collaborate, and explore ways of reducing dependency on government through industry-academic partnerships,” Dr. Khupe said.

Joining the Education Minister were key ministry officials including Deputy Minister Dr. Clement Abas Apaak, Chief Director Mamle Andrews, Technical Advisor Prof. George Oduro, and a representative from the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC).

The meeting featured in-depth discussions on tertiary education governance, financing strategies, and the role of science and technology in driving inclusive development. Both countries reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening African collaboration through knowledge-sharing and joint initiatives in education and innovation.

The Zimbabwean delegation is scheduled to visit select universities, innovation hubs, and industrial parks across the country to observe how policy is being translated into impact on the ground.

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