The Ministry of Education has welcomed the suspension of the nationwide teachers’ strike by three pre-tertiary teacher unions following negotiations with the government and the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC).
The Ministry described the decision by the unions as a positive step towards resolving outstanding concerns through dialogue and mutual understanding.
The unions involved are the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) and the Pre-Tertiary Teachers Association of Ghana (PRETAG).
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In a statement issued on Friday, October 9, 2026, the Ministry said the suspension of the industrial action provided an opportunity for all parties to build on the progress made during negotiations and work towards resolving the outstanding issues affecting teachers.
It reaffirmed its commitment to engaging the unions, the FWSC and other stakeholders to address teachers’ welfare concerns while ensuring stability and continuity in the delivery of quality education across the country.
The Ministry urged all parties to maintain the spirit of cooperation and good faith demonstrated during the negotiations to consolidate the gains made and prevent further disruptions to academic activities.
It also expressed appreciation to teachers, parents, learners and other stakeholders for their patience and resilience during the nationwide strike.
According to the Ministry, promoting industrial harmony remains essential to creating an environment in which teachers are valued, supported and empowered to contribute effectively to Ghana’s education transformation agenda.
The statement further emphasised the importance of continued collaboration between the government and teacher unions in addressing workplace concerns and improving conditions within the pre-tertiary education sector.
The nationwide teachers’ strike was triggered by unresolved concerns over conditions of service, including delays in promotion placements and the payment of related arrears.
The unions also raised concerns about negotiations on a new Collective Agreement and the implementation of the deprived-area allowance.
These issues formed part of the matters discussed during engagements between the unions, the government and the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission.
The suspension of the strike follows those negotiations and creates an opportunity for the parties to continue working towards agreed solutions.
While welcoming the unions’ decision, the Ministry stressed the need to sustain dialogue and cooperation to resolve the outstanding concerns and maintain uninterrupted teaching and learning.