Workers affiliated with the Ghana Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Service have initiated a nationwide strike following management’s failure to implement “concrete and satisfactory steps” to resolve longstanding grievances, as stated in a notice released by the GTVET-PSWU Divisional Union.
In the strike directive dated March 13, 2026, Divisional IMC Secretary Seth Botchway instructed all members of the Public Services Workers Union (PSWU) within the TVET Service to cease their services starting 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 asserts that the industrial action became necessary after multiple attempts to engage management were unsuccessful. It highlighted that members had raised various issues, some dating back to March 10, yet management did not respond adequately, leading to a breakdown in early resolution efforts.
While the notice did not specify the particular grievances, union leaders indicated that the unresolved matters have persisted for months, adversely impacting the welfare and working conditions of staff throughout the TVET system.
They have also encouraged workers to submit any additional concerns so that these can be included in ongoing negotiations when dialogue resumes.
Despite the firm stance, the union emphasised its willingness to engage in discussions.
It urged the Ghana TVET Service to address the unresolved issues “with the urgency and seriousness they deserve” to prevent further disruption to teaching and administrative operations nationwide.
Members have also been advised to remain calm, disciplined, and law-abiding during the strike. The union cautioned that any instances of intimidation, coercion, or victimisation should be reported immediately to leadership for appropriate action.
