St Augustine's College has emerged victorious in the 2026 National Investment Quiz grand finale, beating Prempeh College, Corpus Christi SHS, and Mfantsipim School. The Cape Coast-based school won a cash prize of GH₵50,000, marking its second consecutive year of lifting the trophy. This achievement solidifies St Augustine's position as a top contender in the competition, which has gained prestige since its inception.
The National Investment Quiz brings together some of Ghana's best-known senior high schools to compete on financial knowledge. The competition tests students' understanding of investment principles and broader financial literacy, including savings, budgeting, and risk management. By focusing on financial literacy, the quiz aims to equip students with practical knowledge that extends beyond the classroom.
Prempeh College, a Kumasi school with a history of quiz and debate accolades, finished as the first runner-up. Corpus Christi Senior High School achieved a notable second runner-up position, despite participating in the grand finale for the first time. Mfantsipim School, one of Ghana's oldest and most decorated secondary schools, took fourth place and received a consolation cash prize of GH₵15,000.
The National Investment Quiz has grown in stature since its introduction, attracting prominent schools and providing a platform for students to showcase their academic depth in a subject area not typically featured in standard school curricula. The competition offers schools not only cash prizes but also bragging rights and an opportunity to demonstrate their students' financial knowledge.
The cash prizes awarded to the top four schools serve as a tangible incentive for schools to invest time in preparing students for the contest. The prizes include GH₵50,000 for the winner and GH₵15,000 for the fourth-placed school, with the amounts for the first and second runners-up not specified.
The organisers of the competition and the timeline for the 2027 edition have not been disclosed. The available coverage does not provide details on how the prize money is expected to be used by the winning schools. St Augustine's College's victory demonstrates its commitment to fostering financial literacy among its students.
The National Investment Quiz aligns with efforts to raise a generation of young people who are more financially savvy. By participating in such competitions, schools can help students develop essential life skills, including financial decision-making and investment knowledge. St Augustine's College's back-to-back wins have set a high standard for future participants.
Key points
- St Augustine's College won the 2026 National Investment Quiz for the second consecutive year.
- The competition tests students' understanding of investment principles and broader financial literacy.
- The quiz aims to equip students with practical knowledge that extends beyond the classroom.
