Teacher unions in Ghana have suspended their two-week-old industrial action following a meeting with the Council of State on Friday, October 9, 2026.
The unions have consequently directed their members across the country to return to the classrooms on Monday, October 12, 2026, bringing temporary relief to students, parents and stakeholders in the education sector.
The decision follows what has been described as a successful engagement involving the teacher unions, the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) and the Council of State.
The industrial action had disrupted teaching and learning in pre-tertiary schools as teachers pressed for progress on their outstanding concerns.
Key issues surrounding the dispute include promotions, deprived-area allowances and negotiations over the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between the teacher unions and the Ministry of Education.
The latest development is expected to pave the way for the resumption of academic activities while discussions on the outstanding concerns continue.
Parents, students and education stakeholders will be watching closely to see how the parties resolve the issues that led to the nationwide teachers’ strike.
Further details about the agreement reached at the meeting are expected to emerge.
Source: newsthemegh.com