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Two major publishers are doubling down on their support for Ghana's Literacy Challenge as 10 regional teams prepare for the national finals. The competition celebrates young minds and proves that investing in education creates ripples of opportunity across the nation.
A small private high school in Ghana just shattered a barrier in the country's most prestigious academic competition. Bright SHS became the first private school ever to reach the National Science and Maths Quiz semi-finals after a thrilling one-point comeback victory.
Eight-time champions PRESEC-Legon ended Mfantsipim School's quest for a historic third consecutive title at Ghana's prestigious National Science and Maths Quiz. The victory settles a two-year-old score and puts PRESEC one step closer to their record-breaking ninth championship.
An all-girls school in Ghana just secured their place in the National Science and Maths Quiz finals after a nail-biting three-point victory. The competition showcases young women excelling in STEM across the country.
After a two-year absence, St. Monica's Senior High School clinched their return to Ghana's prestigious National Science and Maths Quiz with a nail-biting one-point victory. The all-girls school held their nerve in the final round to secure one of the Ashanti Region's coveted championship spots.
Aggrey Memorial A.M.E. Zion Senior High School fought off fierce competition to win their regional qualifier and earn a spot at Ghana's premier academic championship. The Cape Coast school's 51-point victory sends them to face the nation's brightest students.
A substitute contestant helped her school qualify for Ghana's national science competition while her twin sister cheered from the audience. The moment captured the heart of regional qualifiers as Nyakrom SHS earned only their second-ever championship spot.
Edinaman Senior High School dominated the Central Regional qualifiers for Ghana's National Science and Maths Quiz, scoring 71 points—the highest opening day score in the region. The victory sends the school to the 2026 national championship alongside other top competitors.
After a year of disappointment, St. Louis Senior High School fought back from an early deficit to clinch their spot at Ghana's 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz championship. The Kumasi school's 53-point victory marks their return to the country's most prestigious academic competition.
Young students across Ghana's Ashanti Region just proved that academic excellence is alive and thriving. Eight primary schools have earned their way into the semifinals of a prestigious quiz competition that's celebrating student brilliance.
Five middle schoolers from Cedar Hill Prep just proved that young minds can compete with the best, advancing to the top four out of 16 teams at New Jersey's Regional Science Bowl. Their journey through seven intense rounds of competition shows how far dedication and curiosity can take you.