Xorlali Blog of Tuesday, 31 December 2024
Source: Xorlali Esther Kugbey
WAEC Releases 2024 WASSCE Results with Comprehensive Guidelines for Checking
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially released the provisional results for the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates. Candidates can now access their results via the WAEC website (www.waecgh.org) or by reaching out via WhatsApp or call to 0555552170/0599925942.
Performance Highlights
This year saw a total of 460,611 candidates from 1,003 schools participating in the examination, representing a 2.66% increase from 2023. Notable statistics include:
English Language: 69.52% scored A1-C6.
Core Mathematics: 66.86% scored A1-C6.
Integrated Science: 58.77% scored A1-C6.
Social Studies: 71.53% scored A1-C6.
Despite improvements in Mathematics over the past four years, fluctuations were recorded in other core subjects.
Addressing Irregularities
WAEC has reported several cases of malpractice, resulting in:
Cancellation of subject results for 4,108 candidates.
Complete result cancellation for 483 candidates due to possession of mobile phones.
Withholding of results for candidates from 319 schools pending investigations.
The Council cautions stakeholders against fraudsters promising to upgrade results for a fee and encourages the use of its QR code system for result verification.
Step-by-step guide to buying a 2024 WASSCE Results Checker using MoMo and shortcode
Candidates who wish to check their results can easily purchase a Results Checker via MTN Mobile Money (MoMo). Follow these steps:
1. Dial *170# on your phone.
2. Select 1 (Transfer Money).
3. Select 1 (Send MoMo to MTN User).
4. Enter 0555552170 as the recipient’s number.
5. Input the amount: 30GHS.
6. For the reference, enter your name and "WASSCE" (e.g., John Doe WASSCE).
7. Approve the transaction using your MoMo PIN.
8. Take a screenshot of the payment confirmation.
9. Send the screenshot via WhatsApp to 0555552170.
You will receive your Results Checker card and instructions for checking results through WhatsApp.
Steps to Check Your Results
1. Visit www.waecgh.org.
2. Enter your Index Number.
3. Select your Examination Type (e.g., WASSCE).
4. Choose the Examination Year (e.g., 2024).
5. Enter the Serial Number on your voucher.
6. Input the 12-digit PIN on the voucher.
7. Confirm your details and submit.
8. Wait for the results to display on your screen.
Conclusion
WAEC commends all stakeholders, including the Ministry of Education, Ghana Education Service, and examination supervisors, for their support in ensuring a successful process. Candidates are advised to use the official channels to avoid scams and misinformation.
For further assistance WhatsApp 0555552170/0599925942.