The Teachers and Educational Workers’ Union (TEWU) of the Trade Union Congress-Ghana (TUC) has threatened to go on strike due to ongoing frustration over the prolonged delay in finalizing and implementing Conditions of Service agreements for its members across various educational bodies.
These include the Ghana Education Service (GES), Ghana Library Authority (GhLA), Museums and Monuments Board, Public Technical Universities, and Public Universities.
TEWU revealed that negotiations regarding these service conditions have been ongoing for several years without a resolution.
In a statement, the union expressed deep dissatisfaction with the government’s failure to conclude the process, despite years of deliberations and reviews.
The union pointed out that many of its members had expected an agreement by now, but instead, they have faced continuous delays and bureaucratic hurdles for the past four years.
With the new academic year underway, TEWU noted that its members, particularly those involved in the admission process for first-year students, are facing growing uncertainties regarding their service conditions.
As a result, the union warned that its members’ patience is running out. If the government fails to act promptly, an indefinite strike will commence on November 18, 2024.
TEWU has called on relevant stakeholders to take urgent action to address the matter, urging them to resolve the issue and avoid further disruptions in the education sector.
The union emphasized the critical need for a swift and effective response from authorities to maintain stability in educational institutions across the country.
