Ghana News Roundup: KNUST Adjusts Law Exams Schedule, Advocates Urge Domestic Violence Action, and Education Reforms Debated

In a series of significant developments across Ghana’s educational and social sectors, the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has announced a strategic shift in its academic calendar, while social advocates have intensified calls for community-led action against domestic violence. The Faculty of Law at KNUST issued a memo on April 24, 2026, notifying final-year students that their second-semester examinations have been rescheduled to take place from May 25 to June 5, 2026. This adjustment follows the rescheduling of the Ghana School of Law entrance examinations, which are now slated for July 31, 2026. The move is intended to provide students with adequate preparation time as they transition toward professional legal training.

Parallel to these administrative changes, a national conversation regarding the future of Ghanaian education is gaining momentum. Experts are advocating for a more integrated approach that balances Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) with the Arts and Humanities. While STEM and TVET are recognized for providing the technical skills necessary for modern innovation, educational stakeholders argue that the Humanities are vital for contextualizing these solutions within society. The proposed shift focuses on fostering graduates who possess both the technical proficiency to innovate and the critical thinking skills required to interpret the societal impacts of their work through collaborative learning and interdisciplinary projects.

On the social front, a domestic violence prevention forum held in Accra has challenged communities to move beyond mere awareness toward decisive, collective action. Keynote speaker Victoria Dabrah and legal expert Kezia P.M. Kenneth emphasized that domestic abuse is a universal issue that requires early intervention and robust reporting mechanisms. Survivors, including Rejoice Yabani and Mercy Kokoli, shared powerful testimonies that underscored the emotional and physical toll of abuse, urging young people to prioritize personal development and financial independence to reduce vulnerability. Lynn Osei-Bonsu, founder of Trailblazers, reiterated that the responsibility for creating safe spaces lies with every member of the community, not just specialized agencies.

Finally, the community reflects on the loss of Madam Teresa Abrewa Shebruaba Bessabro, a respected 69-year-old figure associated with the Knights and Ladies of Marshall, who passed away at the 37th Military Hospital on March 3, 2026. Her family has announced that funeral services, including a filing past and burial service, will be held on May 1, 2026, at the St. Bakhita Catholic Church, followed by a Thanksgiving Mass on May 3. These events, ranging from institutional shifts in education to community-wide calls for social justice and moments of national mourning, highlight a period of transition and reflection for the country.