Advocate Calls for New Examination Body as WAEC Faces Criticism

The release of the provisional results of the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has sparked debate among education stakeholders across the country.

While some have questioned the overall performance of candidates, others have raised concerns over the reported widespread examination malpractices, blaming WAEC for failing to effectively curb the menace.

Adding his voice to the discussion, the Founder of the Education and Health Foundation, Mr. Courage James Awuah, has called for the establishment of an alternative examination body to end WAEC’s monopoly in the administration of public examinations in Ghana.

Speaking to the media on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, Mr. Awuah argued that introducing another examination body would promote healthy competition and improve standards in the conduct of examinations.

According to him, competition would compel WAEC to strengthen its systems and enhance the credibility and integrity of its examinations.

“There should be another examination body in Ghana to break WAEC’s monopoly. Competition will put WAEC on its toes and ensure it does the right thing,” Mr. Awuah stated.

He urged policymakers and education authorities to consider reforms that would enhance transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the country’s examination system.

Mr Awuah admonished the aggrieved parents and teachers to seek redress from WAEC on their wards results.

“There are laws on the conduct of these examinations. If any party is not satisfied with the work of WAEC they can use the law. They are even go for review, and the law permits that,” he added.