NTC launches 2026 Ghana Teacher Prize to celebrate outstanding educators

The National Teaching Council (NTC) has officially launched the 2026 edition of the Ghana Teacher Prize (GTP), with this year’s programme set to celebrate pre-tertiary teachers whose dedication, innovation and professional excellence are helping to shape the future of education in Ghana.

The launch was held on Thursday, August 13, at the GNAT Hall in Accra, bringing together education-sector stakeholders, teacher associations, government representatives, sponsors and development partners to commence activities leading to this year’s national awards.

The 2026 Ghana Teacher Prize is being held under the theme “Empowering Teachers: Architects of the Future”, highlighting the central role educators play in developing the skills, values and knowledge required to prepare young people for the future.