GES affiliates get unique internet system to enhance efficiency

Accra, Dec. 20, GNA - The Ghana Education Decentralisation Project (GEDP) on Tuesday launched an internet system aimed at helping to decentralise responsibilities and delegate authority and responsibilities from the Ghana Education Service (GES) to its 10 Regional Offices across the country.

The system sponsored by USAID would ensure the sharing of information between GES and its three autonomous bodies, National Inspectorate Board (NIB), National Teaching Council (NTC), and National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA).

Speaking at the launch of the network, Mr Charles Aheto-Tsegah, Deputy Director-General of GES, said the system which was known as Education Network (EDUNet) was available in 15 districts in the Central Region on pilot basis.

He said the system which could be used by the GES and its affiliate bodies could be used to send memos and official '