02/09/2026
OFFICIAL RESPONSE ON THE 2026 WASSCE-TVET RESULTS AND PUBLIC COMMENTS CONCERNING BWI...
A SUMMARY ANALYSIS
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General Agriculture-
> Animal Husbandry:
โ 15 Candidates
โข Pass: 14= 93%
> Crops Husbandry-
โ 15 Candidates
โข Pass: 13= 86%
Automotive-
> Auto Mechanic:
โ 27 Candidates
โข Pass: 27=100%
> Auto Electrical Work:
โ 27 Candidates
โข Pass: 25= 92%
Machinery-
> Metal Work:
โ 12 Candidates
โข Pass: 12= 100%
> Welding & Fabrication:
โ 12 Candidates
โข Pass: 12= 100%
General Building Trades-
> Technical Drawing:
โ 10 Candidates
โข Pass: 0= 0%
> Plumbing & Pipe Fittings
โ12 Candidates
โข Pass: 12= 100%
> Block, Brick Laying & Construction:
โ 9 Candidates
โข Pass: 9= 100%
Electrical-
> *Basic Electricity๐:
โ 49 Candidates
โข Pass: 4= 8%
Domestic Science-
> Catering and Craft Practice:
โ 19 Candidates
โข Pass: 19= 100%
> Tailoring and Garments Making:
โ 19 Candidates
โข Pass: 4= 21%
Notwithstanding...
The Administration of the Booker Washington Institute (BWI) has taken note of recent public comments concerning the Institution's performance in the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE) in Technical, Vocational Education and Training (TVET).
As an institution with nearly a century of service to Liberia, BWI recognizes that its history has been built on the contributions of many dedicated administrators, educators, staff, students, alumni and partners. Every administration has contributed in one way or another to the growth and advancement of the institution, and the present Administration remains appreciative of those contributions.
The 2026 WASSCE-TVET Examination represents a Historic Milestone not only for BWI, but also our nation- Liberia. Following years of vision, advocacy, preparation and institutional efforts, BWI became the FIRST Institution in Liberia to participate in the WASSCE-TVET Examination as a pilot project. This achievement isn't the accomplishment of one individual, neither is it of a single administration. It is a continuation of a collective institutional dream.
The Administration therefore welcomes constructive observations concerning the performance of our students. Where there are weaknesses, we must acknowledge them honestly, investigate their causes and take corrective measures. BWI is an institution committed to continuous improvement... and no genuine educator should be afraid of an honest assessment of performance.
HOWEVER, INSTITUTIONAL INTEGRITY REQUIRES THAT SUCH ASSESSMENTS BE BASED ON VARIFIED AND OFFICIALLY-RELEASED INFORMATION.
At the time certain public comments were made regarding the 2026 WASSCE-TVET RESULTS, the official results had not yet been formally released to the BWI Administration. Consequently, presenting a particular subject's performance as having recorded a 0% Pass Rate, whereas the subsequently-available results showed an 8% Pass Rate... created an inaccurate public impression about the performance of our students and the institution.
There's a significant difference between identifying a serious area of weakness and declaring an inaccurate result publicly before the institution itself receives and varifies the official results.
The Administration acknowledges that the performance in *Basic Electricity*๐ requires serious attention. An 8% Pass Rate is certainly not the outcome we desire. It calls for a comprehensive review of teaching, learning, assessment, students preparedness, institutional resources and other factors that may have contributed to the result. But recognizing a weakness should not be confused with declaring the entire pilot exercise a failure.
The overall 2026 WASSCE-TVET experience is such a pioneering initiative. BWI students entered an examination framework that is new to the Liberian education system. Infact, these results provide the institution with valuable data from which we can learn, improve and prepare for subsequent examination.
BWI WILL NOT HIDE FAILURE, NEITHER WILL BWI MANUFACTURE SUCCESS. We will report the facts as they are, celebrate genuine achievements, acknowledge shortcomings and work deliberately to correct them.
The Administration also believes that criticisms from persons who have previously served the institution be particularly valuable when it is offered in the spirit of institutional development. At the same time, BWI belongs to all of us! As such, its reputation is a collective responsibility. Public discourse about the institution should be guided by accuracy, fairness and a genuine desire to see BWI succeed.
It is important to distinguish between holding an institution accountable and diminishing the institution. Accountability asks difficult questions, identifies weaknesses and proposes solutions. On the other hand, denigration, whether intentional or otherwise, can undermine confidence in the very institution we seek to improve.
The current Administration remains committed to promoting transparency, accountability, academic excellence and continuous institutional improvement. Again, the performance in Basic Electricity and even Technical Drawing of the General Building Trades Department which sustained THE 0% Pass Rate will be carefully studied, and appropriate interventions will be developed to ensure better outcomes in subsequent examination.
We inherited the dreams of those who came before us. We are building upon their achievements. We will correct where necessary. It's our prayer๐ that we hand ๐ the institution over stronger๐ช to those who will come after us.
The 2026 Pilot is therefore not the end of the road. Let it be seen as the beginning of a new chapter.
BWI CELEBRATES MILESTONE;
BWI ACKNOWLEDGES THE SHORTCOMINGS;
BWI ACCEPTS THE LESSONS; AND
BWI REMAINS COMMITTED TO DOING BETTER...
.. The Dream Lives on.. The work continues.. The future remains bright ๐
By: Sam-Sumo Bahbor
Head, BWI WEBMASTERS & PUBLIC RELATIONS FOR ADMINISTRATION...
