The prolonged industrial action by the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) may be edging toward resolution following productive discussions with the government, mediated by the Parliamentary Select Committee on Health.
The meeting, which brought together high-level representatives from the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Finance, and the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC), alongside GRNMA officials, marked a significant shift in the impasse that has gripped the health sector since 4 June 2025.
The strike, which was triggered by delays in implementing the 2024 Conditions of Service agreed upon on 20 May 2024, has strained public healthcare delivery across the country.
Despite the National Labour Commission’s declaration that the strike is illegal, GRNMA has maintained its stance, vowing not to return to work until tangible steps are taken to address its demands.
During the meeting, the government team appealed to GRNMA to call off the strike and return to the negotiation table, stressing the importance of continued dialogue.
The parties agreed to reconvene in two weeks to further deliberate on the implementation of the 2024 Collective Agreement.
According to a statement issued on June 12, the discussions were constructive, with both sides demonstrating a willingness to compromise.
The government reiterated its challenges in implementing the agreed-upon conditions due to current budgetary constraints but reaffirmed its commitment to reaching a solution that is fair and sustainable.
The Parliamentary Select Committee on Health acknowledged the legitimacy of GRNMA’s concerns and pledged to play an active role in ensuring a resolution is found.
Committee members commended both parties for engaging in dialogue and underscored the urgent need to restore normalcy in the health sector.
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