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BERNARD BALEGHA

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A teacher and a field officer (SISO) at the Ghana Education office, NADOWLI/KALEO, Upper West Region.

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“Why SISOs Are Complaining: A Cry from the Field.”
Education Apr 8, 2026

“Why SISOs Are Complaining: A Cry from the Field.”

Introduction: Voices Rising from the FrontlineAcross many districts, the School Improvement Support Officers (SISOs) hav...

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Easter in the Catholic Calendar: The Summit of Christian Faith
Religion Apr 4, 2026

Easter in the Catholic Calendar: The Summit of Christian Faith

IntroductionIn the Catholic tradition, Easter stands as the pinnacle of the liturgical year—the feast that defines Chr...

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Good Friday in the Catholic Church: A Day of Sacrifice, Redemption, and Unfathomable Love
Religion Apr 3, 2026

Good Friday in the Catholic Church: A Day of Sacrifice, Redemption, and Unfathomable Love

IntroductionGood Friday stands as one of the most solemn and sacred days in the Catholic Church's liturgical calendar. I...

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Holy Thursday: Entering the Sacred Mystery of Christ’s Love and Service
Religion Apr 2, 2026

Holy Thursday: Entering the Sacred Mystery of Christ’s Love and Service

IntroductionHoly Thursday, also known as Maundy Thursday, stands as one of the most profound observances in the Catholic...

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Palm Sunday: Welcoming Christ with Joy and Reverence
Religion Mar 29, 2026

Palm Sunday: Welcoming Christ with Joy and Reverence

IntroductionPalm Sunday is one of the most significant days in the Christian liturgical calendar. It marks the beginning...

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Turning the Tide: Addressing Declining Academic Performance in Nadowli/Kaleo District Schools
Education Mar 29, 2026

Turning the Tide: Addressing Declining Academic Performance in Nadowli/Kaleo District Schools

Introduction: A District at an Educational CrossroadsThe Nadowli/Kaleo District has faced a worrying decline in academic...

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What Is Good for the Goose Is Equally Good for the Gander: The Case of Sole-Sourcing
Opinions Mar 27, 2026

What Is Good for the Goose Is Equally Good for the Gander: The Case of Sole-Sourcing

Public procurement has always occupied a sensitive place in Ghana’s governance architecture. It shapes how public fund...

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Inducements During Political Party Primaries: An Enemy to Democracy
Politics Mar 13, 2026

Inducements During Political Party Primaries: An Enemy to Democracy

Democracy is founded on the principles of fairness, transparency, and the free expression of the people's will. At the h...

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The Industrial Revolution: The Pathway in the 21st Century 🌍⚙️
Opinions Mar 11, 2026

The Industrial Revolution: The Pathway in the 21st Century 🌍⚙️

The Industrial Revolution marked a turning point in human history, transforming economies from manual, agrarian systems ...

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Education Is the Key to Success – But Where Is the Key?
Education Mar 9, 2026

Education Is the Key to Success – But Where Is the Key?

In Ghanaian homes, from Accra to the most remote communities, one message echoes persistently: “Go to school and your ...

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Funerals vis-a-vis the Burden Placed on the Bereaved
Opinions Mar 8, 2026

Funerals vis-a-vis the Burden Placed on the Bereaved

Funerals have long been an important cultural and social institution in many African societies, particularly in Ghana. T...

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Education Is Not a Panacea for Success in Life
Education Mar 1, 2026

Education Is Not a Panacea for Success in Life

For generations, education has been widely regarded as the most reliable pathway to success. Parents often sacrifice the...

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Cocoa Farmers and Their Woes: The Bitter Side of a Sweet Crop
Business Feb 25, 2026

Cocoa Farmers and Their Woes: The Bitter Side of a Sweet Crop

Cocoa farming has long been the backbone of many rural economies, especially in countries like Ghana and Côte d’Ivoir...

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Prioritizing Market over Schools: Where lies the future?
Education Feb 21, 2026

Prioritizing Market over Schools: Where lies the future?

In many developing nations, including Ghana, a growing concern confronts policymakers, parents, and educators alike: Are...

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LEADING AND MANAGING PEOPLE IN EDUCATION
Education Dec 10, 2025

LEADING AND MANAGING PEOPLE IN EDUCATION

LEADING AND MANAGING PEOPLE IN EDUCATIONEducational institutions are human-centred organisations. Their success depends ...

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THEY KNOW WHERE THEIR MOUTHS ARE, NOT WHERE THEIR POCKETS ARE
Opinions Nov 24, 2025

THEY KNOW WHERE THEIR MOUTHS ARE, NOT WHERE THEIR POCKETS ARE

In every community and institution, there is a familiar type of individual: one who speaks loudly, confidently, and endl...

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A GOOD NAME IS BETTER THAN RICHES
Opinions Nov 23, 2025

A GOOD NAME IS BETTER THAN RICHES

In an era where success is often measured by wealth, possessions, and social status, the timeless proverb “A good name...

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THE VULTURE: THE PATIENT BIRD
Education Nov 16, 2025

THE VULTURE: THE PATIENT BIRD

In the vast and intricate balance of nature, every creature carries a unique trait that ensures its survival. Some anima...

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The School Improvement Support Officer (SISO): Challenges They Encounter
Education Nov 13, 2025

The School Improvement Support Officer (SISO): Challenges They Encounter

The School Improvement Support Officer (SISO) plays a vital role in promoting quality education at the basic school leve...

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DEATH DOESN'T DISCRIMINATE: THE UNIVERSAL TRUTH WE PRETEND NOT TO SEE
Opinions Nov 13, 2025

DEATH DOESN'T DISCRIMINATE: THE UNIVERSAL TRUTH WE PRETEND NOT TO SEE

In the quiet corners of hospitals, in the chaos of accidents, and in the stillness of old age, one truth reveals itself ...

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The Ghanaian Worker vis-a-vis the 9% Salary Increase: When Increment meets 9% Inflation.
Opinions Nov 13, 2025

The Ghanaian Worker vis-a-vis the 9% Salary Increase: When Increment meets 9% Inflation.

The recent announcement of a 9% salary increase for Ghanaian public sector workers has rekindled debate around wages, di...

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