Kumawu MP calls for urgent action on SHS infrastructure deficit

Kumawu's Member of Parliament, Ernest Yaw Anim, has urged the government and the Ministry of Education to swiftly tackle infrastructure problems plaguing senior high schools nationwide. He highlighted inadequate classrooms, overcrowding, and insufficient accommodation facilities as ongoing issues impacting teaching and learning in certain secondary institutions.

Speaking at a 500 BECE candidates event in the Sekyere Kumawu District, Mr. Anim emphasized the need for more investment in educational infrastructure to provide students with safe and conducive learning environments. Some students were struggling with insufficient sleeping facilities, such as when beds were not available to accommodate all students.

He also appealed for stronger measures to motivate teachers and improve their working conditions, stating that motivated educators were crucial for delivering quality education and preparing students to become responsible, productive citizens.

Mr. Anim condemned sexual relationships between teachers and students, deeming such behavior unacceptable and urged teachers to avoid all forms of sexual misconduct involving students. He called on the Ghana Education Service and the Ministry of Education to strengthen monitoring and supervision in schools, ensuring that headteachers, supervisors, and other education authorities held teachers accountable for their professional conduct and the welfare of students.

Investing in human capital was, for Mr. Anim, a top priority, with the ultimate goal of seeing young people from his constituency become professionals who would contribute to the district's and Ghana's development. He expressed hope that those who benefited from his educational support would eventually become doctors, nurses, engineers, lawyers, teachers, and other professionals, leaving a lasting legacy through the production of educated, productive, and financially independent young people.