Girls Win Ghana Constitutional Quiz at Accra School

When 1,000 students gathered at Accra Grammar School on April 2, something remarkable happened: young girls proved they could master constitutional law just as well as anyone.

The CA Foundation organized a Constitutional Literacy Quiz in the Kpone Katamanso Municipality that turned civic education into an exciting competition. Four student houses (Bear, Eagle, Jaguar, and Panther) faced off on topics ranging from fundamental human rights to citizenship and constitutional governance.

Eagle House, composed entirely of young girls, swept the competition with what observers called exceptional brilliance and confidence. They walked away with 1,000 Ghanaian cedis, certificates, and sponsor products, but the real prize was their mastery of Ghana's 1992 Constitution.

Students impressed everyone by quoting specific constitutional provisions from memory, particularly those relating to their rights and civic responsibilities. Lead student Eliana captured the excitement: "I am very happy to have the opportunity to learn about what the 1992 Constitution is, know my rights and responsibilities as a child in Ghana."

The timing couldn't be better. Ghana is currently reviewing and amending its constitution, making constitutional literacy more crucial than ever for the next generation.

The Ripple Effect

The impact extends far beyond one quiz. The National Commission for Civic Education faces resource constraints in reaching young people, so the CA Foundation has filled a critical gap.

The organization donated 20 copies of Ghana's Constitution and learning materials on fundamental rights to Accra Grammar School. This donation ensures students can continue studying the basic law of their land long after the quiz ends.

Madam Rebecca Colecraft, Deputy Director for Programs at the NCCE, praised the Foundation's commitment to nurturing informed young citizens. She noted that starting civic education at the basic school level builds the foundation for responsible citizenship.

Celestine Addo, the Foundation's Executive Director, highlighted how students articulating constitutional provisions shows the real impact of sustained civic education. According to her, these initiatives are essential for building a generation conscious of its rights, responsibilities, and role in national development.

The CA Project partners with the National Commission for Civic Education, the National Alliance of Ghana Law Students, and receives support from legal practitioners and volunteers from Ghana School of Law. Their goal is expanding constitutional literacy programs to basic schools across the entire country.

Young Eliana summed up the hope driving this movement: "I pray the CA Project will be extended to all basic schools in Ghana."