Government tables new proposals to teachers as strike talks stall

Yesterday a High‑Level meeting between the government and the pre‑tertiary teacher unions ended without a resolution, leaving the planned strike unresolved. The meeting was convened to address the unions’ demand for better conditions of service and to avert the industrial action that has kept many classrooms empty across the country. Officials from the Ministry of Education presented a fresh draft of proposals covering salary adjustments, prompt payment of arrears and improved welfare packages. Union representatives listened but stopped short of confirming acceptance, saying they need more time to consult their members. The stalemate reflects rising frustration among teachers, who have been without a formal agreement for months and have cited delayed salaries as a key grievance. Stakeholders from civil society have urged both sides to return to the negotiating table before the situation escalates. No new date has been set for a follow‑up session, and the unions have indicated that unless a satisfactory offer is received, the strike will proceed as originally scheduled. The outcome underscores the delicate balance between fiscal constraints and the urgent need to improve the teaching environment in Ghana's public schools.