The Head of State Award Scheme - Ghana

23/10/2025

We mourn the passing of Nana Konadu Agyeman Rawlings, a recipient of the Order of the Star of Ghana and a monumental figure in our nation's history.

Her legacy of empowering women and championing social progress will forever be an inspiration to the youth of Ghana and to this Scheme.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Rawlings family and the nation. May her soul rest in eternal peace.

08/10/2025

The 2025 national HoSA Gold Expedition has commenced in Taviafe (Volta Region), Assin Fosu (Central Region) and Assessewa (Eastern Region) concurrently. The activity fall parts of the 5 mandatory requirements to achieve the Gold standard of the Award Scheme.

Over 250 gold award participants are taking on the challenge this year. They will be required to journey and hike across challenging terrains on foot for 4 days, spending 3 nights in various villages and settlements known as Camp sites, covering a minimum distance of 80km.

The purpose is to challenge participants to develop qualities of resilience, teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skill through exploration and purposeful travel in unfamiliar environments. It provides them with the opportunity to step out of their comfort zones, engage with nature and communities, and demonstrate initiative, self-reliance, and responsibility while enable participants to successfully complete their HoSA Gold Level Adventurous Journey and Residential Project requirements.

Participants will also carry out a Residential Project activity focusing on painting, gardening and farm work, aimed at promoting teamwork and community service.

We expect all participants to demonstrate active involvement, meet their individual objectives, and collectively achieve the overall goals of both the Adventurous Journey and the Residential Project.

The activity is from 5-17 October2025. We wish all participants well in their gold challenge.

25/09/2025

On September 24, 2025, we celebrate young awardees who had shown resilience, growth and service to their community.

Congratulations to the bronze and silver HoSA awardees from the Ngleshie Amanfro SHS, Accra. In the picture is the awardees with Mr Apetu, the Headmaster (4th from right), Mr Mahama, their award Coordinator (in red tie) and two HoSA Volunteers.

24/09/2025

Celebrate young people from Krobo Girls SHS

On September 6, 2025, the Krobo Girls Presbyterian Senior High School hosted a ceremony to recognize participants who had gone through all the required sections of the HoSA Bronze and Silver levels. The event was held together with the handing over and inauguration of new executives, marking an important milestone in the school's calendar.

The ceremony was graced by the Assistant Headmistress domestic, staff, and award participants of the Head Of State Award-Scheme Ghana.

Thirty-four (34) students received the bronze award, and forty-eight (48) students received the silver award. This accomplishment reflects their commitment to personal growth and their ability to overcome challenges. The awards also highlight their perseverance and a commitment to self-improvement. Their journey through the award scheme has equipped them with valuable skills and experiences, setting them on a path to becoming responsible and global citizens

24/09/2025

On Saturday, August 2nd 2025, Presbyterian Senior High School in Mampong-Akuapem held a Bronze and Silver Award presentation to acknowledge young people who excelled in the Bronze and Silver Levels of the award program.

The event celebrated students who demonstrated outstanding services, acquired new skills, and engaged in physical recreation activities. For the Bronze Award, There were 21 boys and 64 girls and for the Silver Award, there were 5 boys 20 girls awardees, making a total of 110 students.

The atmosphere was one of pride and achievement as the recipients were recognized for their hard work and dedication to service, personal developments in the areas of skills, sports and team leadership. The ceremony highlighted the importance of holistic development and the value of well-rounded education. Overall, it was a memorable occasion that showcased the talents and accomplishments of the students at and also handling over was done by the outgoing executive

In attendance was School management, parents, staff, Volunteers, activity coaches and lastly the operation officers from th Award Secretariat.

15/09/2025

Last Friday, the team from Ghana embarked on a mangrove planting activity with some award participants apart of their ongoing activities with the The President's Award Kenya.

11/09/2025

11/09/2025

On Sunday, August 24, 2025, Nifa Senior High School in the Eastern Region of Ghana celebrated a major achievement as it hosted an awards presentation for 95 students who completed the bronze and silver standard of The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award.

Forty-six (46) students received the bronze award, and forty-nine (49) students received the silver award.

This accomplishment reflects the students' commitment to personal growth and their ability to overcome challenges. Their journey through the scheme has equipped them with valuable skills and experiences, setting them on a path to becoming responsible and confident adults.

08/09/2025

Touchdown, Kenya! 🇬🇭✈️🇰🇪

The team from Ghana has arrived in Nairobi for an incredible exchange program with our partners, The President's Award Kenya!

Get ready for a week filled with sharing ideas, learning from each other, and building stronger connections under The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award family. This is all about empowering more young people to conquer challenges and change their world.

Stay tuned for updates from this amazing collaboration! The energy is high and the future is bright. 💪

04/09/2025

Our Executive Director and participant Christabel fully represented us at Day 1 and opening ceremony of the National Youth Conference organized by the National Youth Authority under the theme “igniting potential, inspiring change”.

NYC2025!

25/08/2025

🥳🥳🥳Celebrating a proud milestone!
The Award Scheme (HoSA) has officially received its approval and endorsement letter from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology Directorate of Students Affairs (DoSA). Join us now on both Kumasi and Obuasi campuses and let’s together be .

This achievement marks a new chapter in our journey, reinforcing our commitment to leadership, service, and excellence in youth development in Ghana.

25/08/2025

GOLD AJ & RESIDENTIAL PROJECT 2025
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