The Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) is demanding the government implement a National Labour Commission (NLC) ruling in their favor. The association gave the government a deadline of May 31, 2024, to comply.
Unresolved Dispute
CETAG members are upset that their employer has not followed a binding decision by the NLC. Association president Prince Obeng-Himah stated that all 2,000 CETAG members across the country's 46 public colleges are affected by this.
History of the Conflict
According to Mr. Obeng-Himah, CETAG went on strike in August 2023. The NLC intervened, and the strike ended. However, the government's inaction on the NLC's ruling has reignited the conflict.
CETAG Seeks Intervention
Despite sending multiple reminders, CETAG says no progress has been made. They are urging various government bodies to intervene and enforce the NLC's decision to prevent a new school year disruption.
CETAG's Demands
The association is requesting:
One month's salary based on a proposed pay grade to compensate for extra work performed in 2022.
Applying university-level pay rates to qualifying members.
Implementing the results of a staff audit that began in January 2023.
The association is hopeful that the government will act before the May 31st deadline.