University of Ghana postpones 2024/2025 academic year amid ongoing staff strikes

The University of Ghana has officially announced the postponement of the start of the 2024/2025 academic year due to ongoing strike actions by several employee groups.

The striking groups include the Teachers and Educational Workers Union (TEWU), the Senior Staff Association of Universities of Ghana (SSA-UoG), and the Federation of Senior Staff Association of Ghana (FUSSAG).

The strike, which began on Monday, September 16, 2024, stems from unresolved issues, such as the failure of the Controller and Accountant General's Department (CAGD) to implement approved vehicle maintenance and off-campus allowances, despite receiving approval from the Ministry of Finance in August 2024.

In a statement released today, the university confirmed that special programs will continue as scheduled. The management also indicated that a new date for the start of the academic year will be announced in due course.

The postponement is a result of the unresolved labour disputes between university management and the key unions, who have been on an indefinite strike over long-standing demands for improved working conditions.

Their concerns include delayed pension contributions, non-payment of vehicle maintenance allowances, and the suspension of certain agreed-upon allowances.