The Ghana Association of University Administrators (GAUA) has decided to suspend its strike, effective immediately, following the government’s positive response to 80% of their concerns. The union had been on strike over disparities in market premiums and allowances between non-teaching and teaching staff in public universities.
GAUA National President, Kwaku Karikari Amoah, announced the decision, stating that the government had shown good faith in addressing their grievances. “We agreed unanimously to suspend the strike, and our members will return to work on Monday,” he said.
The dispute centered on remuneration and allowances, with GAUA pushing for greater equity for non-teaching staff. The strike had raised concerns about administrative operations at universities, given the crucial role of administrators in supporting academic activities.
GAUA will continue engaging with the government on the remaining 20% of unresolved issues, aiming for a lasting resolution to the dispute. The union’s decision to suspend the strike comes after productive talks with the government, and they expect to finalize the outstanding matters soon.
