Social Watch Africa

08/12/2025

Strengthening the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) is crucial in Ghana's fight against corruption. The OSP has made significant strides in investigating and prosecuting corruption cases, but it needs more resources and institutional support to tackle corruption effectively.

Corruption has become endemic in Ghana, and it's imperative that public officers are held accountable for their actions. The OSP's efforts to investigate and prosecute corruption cases must be backed by punitive measures that make corruption unattractive to public officers.

Ghanaians deserve a corruption-free society, and it's time for leaders to take concrete actions to make that a reality.

01/12/2025

The 2025 WASSCE results demand urgent action:

✅ Declare a National Education Emergency and convene a multi-stakeholder task force.

✅ Invest in Teacher Capacity Building with mandatory STEM and exam technique training.

✅ Review the Curriculum to streamline content and adopt competency-based learning.

Let’s act now to secure the future of our students!

01/12/2025

Social Watch Africa Demands Urgent Action on 2025 WASSCE Crisis

Social Watch Africa expresses deep concern over the alarming failure rates in the 2025 WASSCE results. With Core Mathematics recording only 48.73% passes and Social Studies at 55.82%, Ghana faces an education emergency.

Key Issues:
- Over 114,000 students failed Mathematics.
- Rampant examination malpractice involving teachers and schools.
- Systemic weaknesses in teaching quality and curriculum design.

Our Position:
This is not just an academic issue—it is a national development crisis. The integrity of our education system is under threat, and urgent reforms are needed.

Social Watch Africa Calls for:
- Immediate declaration of an Education Emergency Response.
- Teacher capacity building and curriculum review.
- Deployment of technology to curb malpractice.
- Nationwide remedial programs for core subjects.

We urge government, WAEC, and all stakeholders to act decisively. Failure to address these issues will jeopardize Ghana’s future workforce and socio-economic progress.

25/11/2025

Hello everyone, please help us raise funds to refurbish the ICT lab of Ahwerase M/A JHS.

Support Social Watch Africa to modernize Ahwerase M/A JHS ICT lab, empowering students and teachers with digital skills and bridging Ghana’s educational divide.

19/11/2025

Social Watch Africa at Boadua R/C Basic School

Akwatia, Eastern Region – Social Watch Africa’s Students Engagement Initiative (SEI) made a significant visit to the Boadua R/C Basic School in Akwatia, part of the Denkyembour District on Tuesday, 18th November2025. The initiative aims to inspire and educate students about the importance of career choices and the value of every profession.

During the visit, the team engaged with Junior High School (JHS) students to discuss various career paths, emphasizing the importance of respecting all professions, regardless of societal perceptions. Lead Advocate, Kojo Addo took the opportunity to encourage students to recognize the intrinsic value of every job, challenging the notion that some careers are inferior to others.

“Every profession plays a vital role in the fabric of our society, and it is crucial to appreciate and respect the contributions of those in various fields,” Kojo stated. He further provided insights into various career opportunities available to students, motivating them to think broadly about their futures.

In addition to the enlightening discussions, the SoWA also donated essential educational materials to support teaching and learning at the school. This gesture underscores SoWA's commitment to enhancing educational resources and fostering a positive learning environment for students.

The event concluded with a rallying call for students to aspire to their dreams while valuing the paths of others, reinforcing the collective responsibility to uplift every vocation.

Social Watch Africa's team left behind not only educational materials but also a renewed sense of purpose among the students, equipping them with the knowledge and inspiration needed to pursue their chosen careers with respect and enthusiasm.

16/11/2025

.....our national planning should start with programs for our youth; for the youth are the future and if we do not integrate the aspirations and expectations of the youth in our national planning efforts, we are essentially ignoring the future of the nation.

14/11/2025

Let us work hard to see ourselves as custodians of a greater Ghana and a future that is free from poverty, illiteracy, public filth, corruption and the behaviors that destroy the fabric of our society.