By Peter Quao Adattor
There are signs of a breakthrough in the ongoing impasse between the government and the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA), as both parties report significant progress following high-level negotiations.
The crucial meeting, held under the auspices of the Parliamentary Select Committee on Health, brought together key government stakeholders, including representatives from the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Finance, and the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC), alongside executives from GRNMA.
After what sources described as “constructive and cordial” dialogue, the parties agreed to reconvene in two weeks to advance discussions on the implementation of the 2024 Collective Agreement, which lies at the heart of the ongoing strike.
The government delegation appealed to GRNMA to suspend the strike and return to the negotiation table, emphasizing the importance of continued dialogue for the sake of public health and service delivery.
The GRNMA, which embarked on strike action on June 4, 2025, is demanding the fulfilment of its Conditions of Service Agreement signed on May 20, 2024. Despite the National Labour Commission (NLC) declaring the strike illegal, the association has maintained its stance, citing prolonged delays and unmet obligations.
In response, the Parliamentary Select Committee on Health acknowledged the legitimacy of GRNMA’s concerns and pledged its commitment to mediating the process and working toward an equitable resolution.
The government side reiterated that budget constraints have made immediate implementation of the agreement challenging, but affirmed its willingness to find practical solutions that honour the commitments made to health professionals.
With both parties showing signs of compromise, there is cautious optimism that a resolution may be within reach, offering hope to health workers and patients alike across the country.
By Peter Quao Adattor
