TVET Workers Declare Nationwide Strike Over Unresolved Grievances
Public Services Workers Union cites failed negotiations and poor working conditions, urges swift action as staff withdraw services across Ghana
Workers under the Ghana Technical and Vocational Education and Training Service have initiated a nationwide strike due to management’s failure to implement “concrete and satisfactory steps” addressing longstanding concerns.
In a directive dated March 13, 2026, Divisional IMC Secretary Seth Botchway instructed all members of the Public Services Workers Union under the TVET Service to cease their services effective Tuesday, March 24.
“All GTVETS–PSWU members…are directed to lay down their tools and withdraw their services until management takes concrete and satisfactory steps to address the numerous concerns raised by the members,” he stated.
The union explained that the strike was unavoidable after multiple attempts to engage management proved futile. It highlighted that issues raised by members, some since March 10, were not properly addressed, leading to a breakdown in communication.
Although specific grievances were not detailed, union leaders noted that concerns have persisted for months, impacting the welfare and working conditions of staff nationwide within the TVET system.
They have also urged members to submit additional concerns for consideration during future negotiations when dialogue resumes.
Despite the industrial action, the union remains willing to engage and has called on management to prioritize resolving the outstanding issues to prevent further disruptions to teaching and administrative activities across the country.
Workers have been advised to remain calm, disciplined, and law-abiding during the strike, and to report any instances of intimidation, coercion, or victimization to union leadership.
