Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has given firm instructions on how sex and gender should be presented in all educational materials across Ghana.
Speaking at a training programme in Tamale, he emphasized that there must be absolute clarity in defining a man and a woman, leaving no room for uncertainty. He explained that sex should be understood strictly in biological terms.
According to him, references to men, women, and sex in educational content must be based on a person’s biological sex at birth. He stressed that this standard should be consistently reflected in all teaching and learning materials used in the country.
Mr. Iddrisu noted that Ghana’s education system must uphold national values and comply with the country’s laws. He explained that defining sex by birth aligns with Ghanaian cultural principles and legal frameworks.
He further stated that the objective is to nurture learners in an environment that promotes morality and respect for societal values. To this end, he directed that all publications produced by the Ministry of Education and its affiliated institutions must strictly adhere to these definitions.
