S02S35 - The State of Basic Education in Ghana, with Divine Kpe

In this episode, Kwame speaks with education specialist, Divine Kpe, about the state of Basic education in Ghana. Divine reflects on his personal journey, from growing up in a fishing community with limited access to education to becoming a teacher and later, an education policy expert. He now works as the Senior Program Officer for the Africa Education Watch, a research and advocacy organization dedicated to reforming education in Africa. His story and expertise offer insightful analysis of the educational system, digging deep into the systemic problems, developments, elements influencing high-quality education, as well as the reforms and interventions happening in the sector. He also makes a strong case for sustainable solutions to improve access to quality education for all. Listen now and enjoy the conversation!