The Bureau of Ghana Languages has formally approved the Ahanta language for study in Ghanaian schools after endorsing the language’s orthography.
In a landmark decision for cultural preservation, the Bureau of Ghana Languages has granted full certification to the Ahanta language orthography, clearing the path for its integration into Ghana’s educational curriculum.
A specialized technical team from the Bureau conducted an in-depth evaluation, confirming that the standardized writing system fully complies with the linguistic and pedagogical standards required for classroom adoption.
The assessment involved on-site visits to pilot schools in the Western Region’s Ahanta communities, experts observed lessons and gathered feedback from educators, students, community elders, and local leaders, yielding highly encouraging outcomes.
STATEMENT: Bureau of Ghana Languages: Ahanta Language Approved for Formal School Instruction in Ghana
STATEMENT: Bureau of Ghana Languages Approves Ahanta language for Study in Ghanaian Schools
According to the Bureau, the developed orthography meets all requirements after thorough assessment by its team making the Ahanta language examinable at both the basic and secondary school levels.
This approval represents a vital advancement, enabling the development and certification of textbooks and resources that will support structured teaching of Ahanta at primary and secondary levels.
By embracing mother-tongue education, this move strengthens cultural identity among Ahanta speakers and aligns with national efforts to promote indigenous languages for better learning foundations.
