{
  "id": 1249948,
  "title": "NSMQ 2026 launched as 174 Schools prepare for national championship",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/16/nsmq-2026-launched-as-174-schools-prepare-for-national-championship",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-16T10:28:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ghana Business News",
    "slug": "ghana-business-news",
    "url": "https://www.ghanabusinessnews.com/2026/08/16/nsmq-2026-launched-as-174-schools-prepare-for-national-championship/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) has been officially launched, with 174 senior high schools set to participate in the national championship. The competition will take place at the University of Cape Coast, marking a return to this venue after previous years. Organisers of the NSMQ, Primetime Limited, highlighted the significance of the event in promoting academic excellence, critical thinking, teamwork, and confidence among students. Nana Akua Ankomah-Asare, Managing Director of Primetime Limited, emphasized that the NSMQ has evolved into a national platform showcasing the potential of Ghanaian students and inspiring communities, alumni, and traditional leaders. The participating schools consist of 107 from regional qualifiers, 27 seeded schools, five private schools, and 36 top-performing runners-up. The championship will feature new schools such as Mansoman SHS, Pentecost SHS, and Tamale Girls Senior High School, marking their maiden appearances at the national level. Despite sponsorship challenges that led to the cancellation of traditional Regional and Zonal Championships, the government remains committed to supporting science and mathematics education, with the NSMQ playing a crucial role in igniting passion for STEM education and preparing young people to address real-world challenges.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}