Ghana's Education System on Brink as TEWU Declares Indefinite Nationwide Strike
The Teachers and Educational Workers’ Union (TEWU) of Ghana has initiated an indefinite nationwide strike starting September 19, 2025, due to persistent government neglect of non-teaching staff welfare. The strike, impacting various educational and cultural institutions, demands immediate signing of Conditions of Service and inclusion in professional development allowances.Pelumi Ilesanmi • Across Africa • 9 months ago • 1 minute read •
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The Teachers and Educational Workers’ Union (TEWU) of TUC (Ghana) has declared an indefinite nationwide strike, effective Friday, September 19, 2025. This industrial action has plunged Ghana's education sector into significant uncertainty, stemming from what the union describes as persistent government neglect of the welfare of non-teaching staff across various institutions.
In a statement signed by its General Secretary, King James Azortibah, TEWU directed all its members within the Ghana Education Service (GES), public and technical universities, the Ghana Library Authority, and the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board to immediately cease their services until further notice. This decision was presented as
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