Video: GES Recruitment Crisis: 31,000 Trained Teachers, Only 7,000 Jobs?

Over 31,000 trained teachers are currently at home in Ghana — qualified, licensed, and ready to work. Yet, only 7,000 recruitment slots have been opened by the Ghana Education Service (GES).

So what is really happening? In this episode, College Desk Ghana hosts a powerful discussion based on concerns raised about the GES recruitment process — highlighting issues of limited slots, poor communication, system challenges, and the growing frustration among teacher trainees. With thousands of classrooms still lacking teachers, this raises a critical question: Is this a recruitment issue or a deeper planning problem? 🎙️ Watch the full discussion and share your thoughts. 👇 Join the conversation Do you think the current GES recruitment process is fair? 📌 Topics Covered: GES Teacher Recruitment 2026 Unemployed trained teachers in Ghana Education system challenges Policy and planning gaps Teacher trainee concerns 🔔 Subscribe for more educational content & discussions 📲 Follow College Desk Ghana for updates on education, careers, and student opportunities