Prof Ernest Kofi Davis was Appointed as the New Director-General of the Ghana Education Service
The University of Cape Coast’s (UCC) Provost of the College of Education Studies, Professor Ernest Kofi Davis, has been appointed as the new Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES). The announcement was made via the official GES Facebook page on Monday, January 27, 2025.
Academic Excellence and Professional Expertise
Prof Davis brings a robust academic and professional background to his new role. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mathematics Education from Monash University in Australia and is widely regarded as an expert in the field.
As a Carnegie African Diaspora Fellow, Professor Davis has made significant contributions to advancing education and research across Africa. He is also a prominent member of the Ghana Mathematics Association, an organization committed to improving mathematics education nationwide.
Leadership in Educational Research
In addition to his academic achievements, Professor Davis has held leadership roles in education research. He served as the Vice President of the Ghana Education Research Association (GERA-Ghana), where he focused on promoting evidence-based educational policies and practices to improve learning outcomes across the country.
Successor to Dr. Eric Nkansah
Professor Davis succeeds Dr. Eric Nkansah, who was appointed Director-General of GES in October 2022. Dr. Nkansah’s tenure addressed key issues, such as teacher welfare, curriculum development, and education infrastructure improvements.
Vision for Ghana’s Education Sector
As the new Director-General, Professor Davis is expected to build upon the foundation laid by his predecessor while bringing his vision and strategies to further transform Ghana’s education system. Stakeholders are hopeful that his expertise in research and education policy will significantly enhance the country’s academic landscape.
Professor Davis’s appointment has been widely praised as a step toward fostering innovation and excellence in Ghana’s education sector.