The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has threatened to embark on a nationwide strike from Monday, June 15, if the Ministry of Finance fails to release the dollar rate required for the payment of book and research allowances by the end of this week. UTAG said the delay has frustrated lecturers across the country’s public universities, warning that members have already given the national leadership the mandate to […]
Organised Labour is facing significant backlash following its decision to suspend a nationwide strike planned for October 10, which was aimed at protesting the government's handling of illegal mining (galamsey). The strike was called off after the government announced new measures to address the crisis, including the suspension of a legislative instrument that permits mining in forest reserves and the deployment of military forces to combat illegal mining. Despite these […]
The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has demanded the immediate removal of the management and board members of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT). UTAG criticized SSNIT for going ahead with the sale of four hotels despite public opposition, saying it undermines trust in SSNIT's ability to manage funds transparently and prudently. This was stated in a press release signed by UTAG President Prof. Mamudu Akudugu and […]
