Public Services Workers Union to strike on October 21

The Public Services Workers Union (PSWU) has announced plans to strike on October 21, 2024, in response to ongoing frustrations regarding working conditions and stalled negotiations with the government. This strike is part of a broader wave of industrial action sweeping through Ghana, as various unions express dissatisfaction with the government's failure to address their demands.

The PSWU's decision follows a series of unresolved issues, including delays in salary negotiations and inadequate working conditions. Union leaders have indicated that unless the government takes immediate action to address these concerns, the strike will proceed as planned, potentially disrupting essential public services.

This impending strike adds to a growing list of labor unrest in Ghana, with multiple unions already on strike or planning similar actions. The situation underscores the urgent need for dialogue between the government and labor organizations to prevent further disruptions and ensure stability in public services as the country approaches critical elections.