Teacher unions in the Brong Ahafo area have reaffirmed their decision to remain on strike, saying recent discussions with government have failed to produce firm commitments on their outstanding concerns.
The regional branches of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) and Pre-Tertiary Teachers Association of Ghana (PRETAG) said their members would continue to stay away from classrooms until the issues are addressed.
The unions said a meeting with Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu on September 28 did not result in definite timelines for resolving the concerns that triggered the nationwide industrial action.
A major issue is the delay in concluding negotiations for a new collective agreement for teachers. The unions say the negotiations, which were expected to have been completed earlier in 2026, remain outstanding.
They are also demanding the automatic placement of teachers who passed promotion examinations in December 2025 and February 2026 onto the appropriate salary scales, as well as the implementation of the deprived-area allowance.
The nationwide strike began on September 25 after the unions said their concerns had not been adequately addressed.
Government has appealed for the strike to be suspended while negotiations continue. The Fair Wages and Salaries Commission is expected to meet the unions on October 6 to discuss the collective agreement and conditions of service.
