The Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) has officially suspended its strike, which began on November 24, 2025, following the government’s release of funds to settle some of the association’s outstanding financial claims.
According to CETAG, the payments cover critical obligations including All-Year-Round Work Compensation for 2022, arrears for the 2023/2024 Book and Research Allowance, and the 2022 Research Top-Up Allowance for Akrokerri College of Education.
CETAG described the government’s action as “a significant step toward addressing the concerns that necessitated the industrial action” and commended the authorities for responding to these key financial commitments.
However, the association noted that two issues remain unresolved and are currently before the National Labour Commission (NLC).
These include the outstanding Book and Research Allowance arrears for the 2022/2023 academic year, which CETAG said should be paid “on a pro rata basis,” as well as the downgrading of experienced teaching staff holding master’s degrees—an action CETAG says “undermines professional dignity” and contravenes the Labour Act, 2003 (Act 651).
CETAG emphasized that the strike has been suspended “in good faith” and urged the NLC to expedite resolution of the remaining matters to ensure a lasting settlement.
The association has called on its members across the Colleges of Education to return to lecture halls and resume academic duties “effective Monday, 16th February, 2026.”
Leadership also expressed gratitude to teachers, students, parents, and stakeholders for their patience and support during the strike period, reaffirming CETAG’s commitment to constructive dialogue and the advancement of teacher education in Ghana.
