Teachers and Educational Workers’ Union suspends nine-day action following constructive engagements
The Teachers and Educational Workers’ Union (TEWU) of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), Ghana, has officially ended its indefinite strike action after what it described as a “breakthrough” in negotiations with the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC).
The strike, which began on 19 September 2025, involved non-teaching staff across the Ghana Education Service, public and technical universities, the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board, and the Ghana Library Authority.
Constructive Engagements Lead to Suspension
Following nearly two weeks of industrial action, TEWU leadership held a crucial meeting with FWSC and employer institutions on 29 September 2025.
In a statement signed by TEWU General Secretary, the union described the talks as “very constructive”, noting that parties agreed on steps to resolve outstanding issues related to the union’s Conditions of Service.
As part of the resolution process, a follow-up meeting has been scheduled for 7 October 2025 to conclude negotiations and sign binding agreements.
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Members Directed to Resume Work
In light of the progress, TEWU has suspended the strike with effect from 1 October 2025. Members have been instructed to resume work by Thursday, 2 October, while those who travelled during the industrial action are expected back at their posts by Monday, 6 October.
The union emphasized that this is a suspension, not a cancellation of the strike, stressing that it will not hesitate to resume industrial action if employer commitments are not honoured.
Caution Against Victimisation
TEWU further warned against any form of victimisation of its members for participating in the strike. It assured members of its readiness to defend anyone subjected to unfair labour practices, while commending management teams, executives, and monitoring groups for their support throughout the nine-day action.
The union also expressed appreciation to the media and stakeholders who helped facilitate dialogue, reaffirming its commitment to lawful and constructive engagement in the push for fair treatment and improved working conditions.
