Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has welcomed the decision by the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) to suspend its nationwide strike.
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The strike, which began on June 2, disrupted healthcare delivery across the country. It was called off on June 13 following mediation by the Parliamentary Select Committee on Health.
“We are happy they’ve called off the strike,” Mr. Akandoh told 3 News. “We look forward to further discussions that lead to a mutually beneficial outcome.”
The nurses and midwives had embarked on the strike to demand the implementation of their approved Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). The CBA covers several allowances, including license renewal fees, uniforms, and deprived area support.
Although the previous administration approved the CBA, it was never implemented. The current government has blamed financial constraints but has pledged to begin implementation in 2026. Initially, the GRNMA leadership rejected this timeline.
After the Health Committee intervened, the Association agreed to suspend the strike pending the outcome of a meeting scheduled for June 26.
GRNMA President Mrs. Perpetual Ofori Ampofo announced the suspension. “The industrial action initiated on June 2 is hereby suspended,” she said. “All members are to resume normal duties from Saturday, June 14, 2025.”
The suspension of the strike brings temporary relief to Ghana’s health sector, though all eyes are now on the June 26 meeting that could determine the final resolution of the dispute.
