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NSMQ 2026: 98 schools in Ashanti region battle for national qualification spots
July 25, 2026
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NSMQ 2026: 98 schools in Ashanti region battle for national qualification spots

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Key Points

  • The Ashanti Region will host its highly anticipated National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Regional Qualifiers, featuring 98 senior high schools.
  • These schools will compete in 21 contests to secure qualification for the national championship.
  • The Ashanti Region is renowned as an NSMQ powerhouse, known for intense competition and frequent upsets.
  • Prominent schools such as Kumasi Academy, KNUST SHS, Kumasi High School, St. Louis SHS, and Yaa Asantewaa Girls' SHS are aiming to regain their elite status after missing automatic qualification for the 2026 championship.
  • The qualifiers are expected to be fiercely competitive, with traditional giants battling to reclaim their spots and emerging schools vying for national recognition.

Why This Matters

The NSMQ is a crucial national platform in Ghana that champions STEM education and intellectual excellence among high school students. The Ashanti Region's qualifiers are particularly significant as they showcase the depth of talent and competitive spirit in a key region, directly impacting the national standard of science and mathematics education and potentially inspiring future generations across Ghana to pursue STEM fields.

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