Public basic schools across Ghana are expected to resume normal academic activities on Monday, 12 October 2026, after three teacher unions suspended their nationwide strike.
The Ministry of Education welcomed the decision, saying it represented progress towards resolving the unions’ concerns through negotiations with the government and the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC).
The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), and the Pre-Tertiary Teachers Association of Ghana (PRETAG) began industrial action on 25 September 2026.
The unions had been protesting the government’s failure to address outstanding issues relating to their conditions of service.
Agreement reached on allowances and arrears
The strike was suspended on Friday, 9 October, after the unions reached an agreement with the FWSC on outstanding allowances and arrears.
The decision followed discussions held earlier that day with the Ministry of Labour, Jobs and Employment and the Council of State.
GNAT General Secretary Mr Thomas Musah subsequently called on members to return to work. He said negotiations with the FWSC over promotion and deprived-area allowances, along with outstanding arrears, had been concluded.
Union leaders instructed teachers to return to their classrooms on Monday, while discussions on other unresolved grievances continue.
In a statement issued on Friday, the Ministry of Education said the suspension was a positive step towards addressing the outstanding concerns of teachers and supporting learners.
The statement was signed by the Ministry’s Press Secretary, Mr Hashmin Mohammed.
Ministry pledges continued engagement
The Ministry said it remained committed to working with GNAT, NAGRAT, PRETAG, the FWSC and other relevant stakeholders to resolve the issues that remained outstanding and improve teachers’ welfare.
It also said it would continue working to maintain stability and ensure continuity in the delivery of quality education while the unions’ concerns were being addressed.
Teachers, parents, learners and other stakeholders were thanked for their patience and resilience during the industrial action.
The Ministry urged all parties to maintain the cooperation and good faith that had supported the negotiations, saying this would help consolidate the progress achieved.
It further reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening industrial harmony and creating an environment in which teachers are valued, supported and empowered to contribute meaningfully to Ghana’s education transformation agenda.
