Michael Osei-Owusu

Michael is a tech reviewer, educationist, blogger and the CEO of Mickinet Systems. He is a graduate of Accra College of Education and University of Education, Winneba. His passion for tech began with the use and review of latest tech devices like smartphones, smart watches and computers. He draws the line at following a product or company, making him a critic of devices.

E-levy is for development – Hon. John Kumah

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Hon. Ken Ofori-Atta, the Finance Minister, announced that the government intends to introduce an electronic transaction levy (e-levy) in the 2022 budget. This announcement has caused citizens to declare their displeasure but Deputy Minister, Hon. John Kumah has stated that the levy is for development. The proposed levy is expected to come in effect from … Read more

Automated ICT BECE past questions from 2011 to 2019

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Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) is set to commence on Monday 15th November, 2021. An automated and interactive BECE past questions from 2011 to 2019 for ICT have been created online using Google forms. The questions are multiple choice questions and are meant for revision. It gives you the opportunity to see your results immediately … Read more

Sim card registration: How and why you need to register

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The National Communications Authority (NCA) and network operators require both new and existing phone subscribers to consensually provide their identification details for registration effective October 1, 2021. The NCA has assured subscribers that all information will be kept confidential in a secure data base. The information collected shall not be disclosed to any person unless … Read more

The annoying iOS 15 haptic touch sound and other features that need fixing

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Apple rolled out the iOS 15 update this September to the general public and users with supported iPhones will be able to upgrade to this significant update. I recently published an article on my top features of the iOS 15 update. That notwithstanding, there are other features that need fixing, including the annoying haptic touch … Read more

Microsoft to issue Microsoft Office Suit Certification to teachers in Ghana

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Government of Ghana recently launched the One Teacher One Laptop initiative and began distribution of the TM1 laptops a few weeks ago. As part of the initiative, teachers will be trained in Microsoft Office Suit leading to Microsoft Office Suit Certification. The Deputy General Secretary of the Coalition of Concerned Teachers Ghana, Patrick Nii Sackey, … Read more

TM1 laptop; Features and first impressions

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The Teachers Mate 1 (TM1) laptop is a customized laptop made by KA Technologies (KAT) for teachers to improve the quality of teaching and learning. In this article, I will provide the features as well as an unbiased first impression of the most talked-about laptop among teachers in Ghana. Before we delve into the features, … Read more

Innovative Teachers urges teachers to boycott TM1 laptop

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The leader of Innovative Teachers, Stephen Desu, has urged all teachers to boycott the sub-standard TM1 laptop. According to him, the prices of the laptop have been inflated. In an audio message, the leader indicated that they sense corruption in the procurement of the 280,000 TM1 laptops. Initially, the cost of the laptop was purported … Read more

How to register and collect GES TM1 Laptop

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The Ghana Education Service has launched a “One Teacher One Laptop” initiative in collaboration with the Teacher Unions and the Ministry of Education. The initiative is aimed at equipping every Teacher with a TM1 laptop to improve quality of teaching and learning. GES has indicated that every teacher from KG to SHS will benefit from … Read more

Why you should merge your NIA and SSNIT numbers and how

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The National Identification Authority (NIA) and Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) have begun the merger of NIA and SSNIT numbers. The NIA number is the Personal ID number found on the Ghana Card. After linking, your NIA number will become your SSNIT number. To be honest that is a very exciting move as … Read more

CPD points on the online NTC Teacher Portal: Explained

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Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points system has been introduced on the National Teaching Council (NTC) Teacher Portal Ghana (TPG). The points system is only visible on activated accounts, thus only teachers who have received their licensure numbers. When you log in to your acticated account, you will see the points you are to obtain to … Read more

NTC Begins Activation of TPG Accounts for Issuance of License

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The National Teaching Council has begun activation of Teacher Portal Ghana (TPG) accounts for licensing of qualified in-service teachers in Central Region. NTC has started sending SMS to qualified teachers whose accounts have been activated for the licensing process. The licensing exercise will be conducted throughout the month of June. Click here to download the … Read more

How to check your GSS PHC pin and serial number for training

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The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) are in the process of selecting field officers for the upcoming Population and Housing Census. The GSS has started sending messages to successful applicants. Training of field officers is expected to come off after the selection process. To check your pin and serial number for training, follow the following steps: … Read more

Textbooks For Primary

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This page contains important textbooks for primary school teachers provided freely by the Cambridge University Press for basic school teachers. The downloadable resources are Teacher’s Guides from KG to Basic 6. Click on the links below to download for each class. KG 1 Essential OWOP Essential Creative Arts Essential Learning and Literacy Essential Mathematics KG … Read more