Mortuary workers across Ghana have announced a strike starting Thursday, September 26, in protest over four years of unpaid salary arrears and unsafe working conditions.
In a statement released by the Mortuary Workers Association of Ghana (MOWAG) on Tuesday, September 17, the workers cited the government’s failure to address long-standing grievances, including demands for improved pay, better working environments, and the provision of personal protective equipment (PPE).
MOWAG expressed frustration at the lack of progress despite numerous negotiations with the Ministry of Health and other authorities. The workers also highlighted the absence of PPE, which they said places their health at risk, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic when they were required to handle bodies without adequate protection.
“After years of unfulfilled promises, we have run out of patience,” the association’s leadership declared, emphasizing the vital role mortuary workers play in the healthcare system.
They called on the government to act swiftly to meet their demands, warning that the strike could overwhelm morgues and disrupt healthcare operations nationwide.
