… Mr Jones Ansah, Secretary-General of the Trades Union Congress, said labour unions had not been taken seriously by governments over the years, calling for urgent action to resolve the situation. …
… These technologies are really important to keep businesses thriving and meet demand.” The Trades Union Congress (TUC), which represents almost 6 million UK workers, says robotics should be used to raise productivity and improve jobs, rather than simply cut labour costs. …
… The legislation, approved on July 17, 2026 despite strong opposition from the Minority in Parliament and the Trades Union Congress (TUC), seeks to establish a legal framework for the establishment, composition, jurisdiction and operation of tribunals, while creating a Tribunal Ov …
… Dr Bawumia who is also the Flagbearer of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) noted that the Trades Union Congress (TUC) had publicly called for the withdrawal of the Bill on the basis that in its current form, it could become “a potent tool for weaponising justice delivery.” …
… Dr Bawumia who is also the Flagbearer of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) noted that the Trades Union Congress (TUC) had publicly called for the withdrawal of the Bill on the basis that in its current form, it could become “a potent tool for weaponising justice delivery.” …
… Dr Bawumia pointed out that the Trades Union Congress (TUC) had called for the withdrawal of the bill, warning that in its current form it could be used to weaponise the justice delivery system. …
… On Thursday, the Trades Union Congress (TUC) urged the President to withhold assent to the Bill, arguing that it undermines the ongoing constitutional review process and could expose Ghana’s justice system to political interference. …
… Dr Bawumia anchored his argument on the position taken by the Trades Union Congress (TUC), which has publicly called for the withdrawal of the Tribunals Bill. …
… The Trades Union Congress, the voice of millions of Ghanaian workers, has called for the Bill to be withdrawn altogether, warning that in its current form it could become a potent tool for weaponising justice delivery. …
… He cited the Trades Union Congress (TUC), which has called for the withdrawal of the Bill, warning that in its current form it could become “a potent tool for weaponising justice delivery.” “Those are the words of Ghanaian workers, not of any political party,” he stressed, insist …
The National Labour Commission reported 973 cases of unfair termination of employees' contracts between 2020 and 2025, including 336 dismissals, 660 unpaid salary complaints, and 559 leave entitlement cases. The Commission said it handles an average of 800,000 to 1,000,000 complaints yearly and grants annual compensation averaging between ₵800,000 and ₵1,200,000 to beneficiaries.
The National Labour Commission reported 973 cases of unfair termination of employees' contracts between 2020 and 2025, including 336 dismissals, 660 unpaid salary complaints, and 559 leave entitlement cases. The Commission said it handles an average of 800,000 to 1,000,000 complaints yearly and grants annual compensation averaging between ₵800,000 and ₵1,200,000 to beneficiaries.
Geek+, a Chinese robotics firm, supplies autonomous mobile robots to major British retailers including Tesco, Asda and Next. The robots automate warehouse tasks, increasing picking speeds and storage capacity while reducing errors, and the company has become the world's largest supplier of autonomous mobile robots.
Parliament passed the Tribunals Bill, 2026 on July 17, establishing a legal framework for tribunals and a Tribunal Oversight Committee. The government says the Bill strengthens access to justice and due process, but the Minority, Trades Union Congress, and others oppose it, arguing it could weaken judicial independence and revive institutions linked to Ghana's painful political history.
Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has appealed to President John Dramani Mahama to withhold assent to the Tribunals Bill, 2026 and allow national consultations, arguing the proposed legislation could fundamentally alter Ghana's justice delivery system and undermine public confidence in the judiciary. Dr Bawumia expressed concern over Parliament's decision to waive the mandatory one-day interval between Consideration Stage and Third Reading, and noted that the Trades Union Congress has called for the Bill's withdrawal, claiming it could become "a potent tool for weaponising justice delivery."
Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has appealed to President John Dramani Mahama to withhold assent to the Tribunals Bill, 2026, citing concerns that it could fundamentally alter Ghana's justice delivery system and undermine public confidence in the judiciary. Bawumia criticised Parliament's waiver of the mandatory one-day interval between consideration and third reading stages, and noted that the Trades Union Congress had called for the bill's withdrawal, describing it as a potential tool for weaponising justice delivery.
Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the NPP flagbearer, has appealed to President Mahama not to assent to the Tribunals Bill, 2026, but instead hold broad consultations with key stakeholders. Bawumia said the bill, which Parliament passed after waiving the mandatory one-day interval despite objections from the Minority and organised labour, has the potential to reshape Ghana's justice system and warrants wider national discussion.
Former Vice President Bawumia has called on President Mahama to withhold assent to the Tribunals Bill, 2026, arguing that Parliament rushed the legislation through despite objections from the Minority and organised labour, and contending that such reform requires broader national consultation.
Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has called on President Mahama to withhold assent to the Tribunals Bill 2026, arguing that opposition to the legislation transcends party politics and is rooted in concerns raised by the Trades Union Congress and the government's constitutional review process.
Former Vice-President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has called on President Mahama not to assent to the Public Tribunals Bill, 2026, passed by Parliament last week, arguing instead for broad stakeholder consultations on the legislation, which he says has far-reaching implications for Ghana's justice delivery system, judicial independence, and democratic governance.
Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has called on President John Dramani Mahama to withhold assent to the recently passed Tribunals Bill, 2026, arguing that reforms to Ghana's justice system should be founded on broad national consensus rather than parliamentary majority, and urging the president to convene a national dialogue involving the Ghana Bar Association, legal professional bodies, organised labour, civil society, political parties and the Judiciary.
Former Vice-President Bawumia has appealed to President Mahama not to assent to the Public Tribunals Bill, 2026, asking him to suspend the process and allow broad stakeholder consultations instead. Bawumia argues the legislation was rushed through Parliament despite objections from the Minority and organised labour, and says the Trades Union Congress has warned it could become a tool for weaponising justice delivery.
The Trades Union Congress has urged the government to suspend the Tribunal Bill, 2026, contending that the proposed legislation could undermine the constitutional review process and expose Ghana's justice system to political interference. The labour organisation argues that the government should first publish the Constitutional Review Committee's report and its response before proceeding with legislation to reintroduce regional and district tribunals.
The Trades Union Congress urges the government to suspend the Tribunal Bill, 2026, contending that the proposed legislation could undermine the constitutional review process and expose Ghana's justice system to political interference. The labour organisation argues that the government should first publish the Constitutional Review Committee's report and its response before proceeding with legislation to reintroduce regional and district tribunals.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos said at a Paris tech conference that AI will increase demand for human labour rather than replace workers, contradicting concerns from figures including former UK prime minister Rishi Sunak, who has warned of AI's impact on young people's job prospects.
The Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council and Ghana Private Road Transport Union have dismissed media reports of a 20 percent fare increase set for June 2, 2026, describing any unilateral adjustment as illegal and urging operators to maintain existing approved fares.
The Ghana Private Road Transport Union and allied transport operators announced a 20 per cent increase in public transport fares effective June 2, 2026, affecting intra-city trotro services, inter-city transport, and shared taxi operations. The increase was attributed to rising fuel prices and increasing costs of vehicle maintenance components.
The Trades Union Congress (Ghana) has hailed an International Court of Justice Advisory Opinion concluding that workers and their organisations are entitled to strike action under ILO Convention No. 87, describing it as a historic victory for workers globally and a fundamental labour right.
The Trades Union Congress has cautioned that Ghana could remain dependent on IMF programmes unless it adopts production-driven economic policies, arguing that the country's repeated reliance on IMF-style measures—continued even after programme completion—undermines sustainable transformation, job creation, and industrialisation in favour of an import-driven economy.
The Trades Union Congress (Ghana) has stated it will use every legitimate means to stop privatisation of the Electricity Company of Ghana, following IMF pressure on Ghana to fast-track private sector participation in ECG's operations during the sixth and final review of Ghana's Extended Credit Facility programme.
Workers at the National Identification Authority announced an indefinite strike from May 13, 2026, citing a 22-month delay in approval and implementation of a migration exercise affecting salaries, promotions, and staff placements. The Public Services Workers' Union accused the Ministry of Finance of causing undue delays in granting final approval, despite the Scheme of Service being approved in July 2024 and the migration exercise beginning in December 2024.
Energy expert Lom Nuku Ahlijah has called for increased private-sector participation in Ghana's power distribution system to address persistent electricity challenges (dumsor). He cited the failed Power Distribution Services (PDS) arrangement as an example of a model that could work, arguing private involvement is worth revisiting given the Electricity Company of Ghana's performance record over the past decade.
The Ashanti Regional Secretary of the Trades Union Congress said that economic growth without job creation is exclusionary, and many jobs created are of poor quality. The TUC called on the government to prioritize worker welfare and quality employment to match economic growth.
President Mahama called on the Trades Union Congress and Organised Labour to actively monitor State-Owned Enterprises and speak up when management mismanages them, warning that workers suffer most when such institutions collapse. He highlighted government efforts to revive struggling SOEs, including resuming operations at the Tema Oil Refinery and recapitalising the Agricultural Development Bank and National Investment Bank.
President John Dramani Mahama stated at the 2026 May Day celebration in Koforidua that Ghana's recent macroeconomic gains must now translate into improved livelihoods and job creation, emphasizing that while economic stabilisation is foundational, growth and transformation are the next phase.
Organised Labour has warned that Ghana is nearing a "crisis level" on unemployment and job quality, with job creation failing to match the rising number of educated young people entering the labour market. The TUC Secretary General said the lack of decent employment remains one of Ghana's most significant economic and social problems and has potential to become a political problem if unchecked.
Ghana's national May Day celebration took place at Jackson Park in Koforidua, bringing together hundreds of workers from various sectors and labour unions. The theme was "Pivoting to Growth, Jobs and Sustainable Livelihoods Beyond Macroeconomic Stability," with President John Mahama delivering the keynote address and awards presented to deserving workers and institutions.
Ghana's national May Day celebration took place at Jackson Park in Koforidua under the theme "Pivoting to Growth, Jobs and Sustainable Livelihoods Beyond Macroeconomic Stability." President John Mahama delivered the keynote address outlining government plans for improving working conditions and job creation, while workers from various sectors participated in marches and solidarity messages, with awards presented to deserving workers and institutions.
The Teachers and Educational Workers' Union has urged government and stakeholders to uphold the dignity of Ghanaian workers and ensure smooth implementation of agreed conditions of service across the education sector and allied institutions. TEWU noted it has successfully concluded Conditions of Service agreements for the Ghana Education Service, Ghana Museums and Monuments Board, Ghana Library Authority, and public and technical universities, and is demanding full and timely implementation of these agreements.
The Teachers and Educational Workers' Union has urged stakeholders to protect workers' dignity and ensure smooth implementation of recently negotiated conditions of service across public institutions including the Ghana Education Service, Ghana Museums and Monuments Board, Ghana Library Authority, and public and technical universities. The union warned that attempts to frustrate the implementation of agreed provisions would not be tolerated and stressed the need for timely provision of resources by authorities.