The Teachers and Educational Workers’ Union (TEWU) of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), Ghana, has temporarily suspended its indefinite strike, which commenced on September 19, 2025. The union said the decision followed “very constructive” discussions with the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) and other stakeholders.
The suspension was announced on Wednesday, 1st October, bringing an end—at least for now—to nearly two weeks of industrial action that involved staff from the Ghana Education Service, public and technical universities, the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board, and the Ghana Library Authority.
TEWU had embarked on the strike to demand the finalisation and signing of outstanding Conditions of Service agreements. The action drew in the Ministry of Labour, Employment, and Jobs, the National Labour Commission, and the FWSC, prompting a high-level meeting on September 29, 2025, between union leaders, the FWSC, and employer representatives.
According to TEWU General Secretary King James Azortibah, that meeting yielded progress. In a statement, he noted: “In view of these positive developments, TEWU has decided to suspend the indefinite strike with effect from Wednesday, 1st October 2025, to allow for further discussions and the implementation of the agreed terms.” A follow-up meeting with the FWSC has been fixed for Tuesday, 7th October 2025, to finalise negotiations and sign the necessary agreements.
Members have been instructed to return to work by Thursday, 2nd October. Those who travelled outside their duty posts are expected back by Monday, 6th October.
The union emphasised that the industrial action is only on hold—not cancelled—and warned that it could resume if commitments made by the FWSC and employer institutions are not fulfilled. It further cautioned against any form of victimisation of members for participating in the strike, pledging to defend workers against unfair treatment.
TEWU also extended gratitude to institutional heads and management teams who supported its cause, as well as to its executives, monitoring teams, members, and the media for their solidarity during the nine-day standoff.
The union reaffirmed its commitment to constructive dialogue with the government and emphasised its ongoing determination to secure improved working conditions for its members.
