The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the provisional results for the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) for 2024, a notable event in Ghana’s educational calendar. This year’s examination saw a total of 569,236 candidates, including 282,703 males and 286,533 females, from 19,505 schools participating in the school examination. The exams were conducted at 2,123 centers nationwide, reflecting the extensive reach and organization of the event. Although the turnout was substantial, the examination reported 3,845 absentees among school candidates and 57 among the 1,390 private candidates who registered.
WAEC has made commendable efforts to ensure inclusivity by accommodating candidates with special needs in this year’s exams. Among those with special accommodations were 59 candidates with visual impairments, 263 with hearing impairments, and an additional 161 who required other forms of test assistance. By providing these adjustments, WAEC demonstrates its commitment to creating a supportive examination environment that caters to the diverse needs of all candidates, ensuring that education is accessible to everyone.
Examination integrity remains a core concern for WAEC, and the council has implemented strict measures to combat malpractice during the BECE. In total, the Final Awards and Examiners’ Appointment Committee enforced penalties on candidates found guilty of irregularities. Subject results were canceled for 377 school candidates and 3 private candidates, while entire results were annulled for 41 school candidates and 1 private candidate. Moreover, the results of 33 school candidates and 3 private candidates were withheld, emphasizing WAEC’s zero-tolerance policy towards exam malpractice and underlining the importance of maintaining the credibility of the examination process.
In light of ongoing fraud concerns, WAEC has issued a cautionary notice to all stakeholders regarding individuals claiming to offer services for upgrading examination results, often for a fee. WAEC firmly asserts that its examination results are secure and can be authenticated, therefore dissuading candidates and their guardians from falling victim to scams. This warning is a crucial reminder of the growing issues related to educational fraud and the importance of verifying information through official channels.
For those eager to access their results, WAEC has established clear procedures for both school and private candidates. School candidates are encouraged to check their results through their respective schools. Additionally, private candidates can conveniently access their results online via the official WAEC website, streamlining the process and enhancing accessibility to this important information. This multifaceted approach to result dissemination indicates WAEC’s commitment to improving the examination experience for all candidates.
As the results of the BECE are released, they signify the culmination of years of hard work and preparation for many students, marking a pivotal transition in their educational journeys. The release of results brings both excitement and anxiety, as pupils await their outcomes to determine their next steps in education. Overall, this year’s BECE underscores WAEC’s role in promoting educational standards in Ghana, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity, integrity, and efficient service delivery in the examination system.
