The Nsawam Medium Security Prison is making history. It will be the first correctional facility in Ghana to host the Ghana Teacher Licensure Examination for inmates.
These inmates are teacher trainees. They will now have the chance to take the official exam within the prison walls.
The National Teaching Council inspected the prison’s educational facilities on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. This inspection was to ensure the facilities meet the standards required for the examination.
The visit by the National Teaching Council is a key step. It shows a commitment to providing educational opportunities for inmates.
This initiative aims to support the rehabilitation and reintegration of prisoners. It offers them a path to professional development.
The exact date for the examination has not yet been announced. Further details will be provided by the National Teaching Council.