The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) has announced the suspension of its nationwide strike, which commenced on June 9, 2025, over the government’s failure to implement revised conditions of service. GRNMA President, Perpetual Ofori-Ampofo, stated that the decision was made after the government renewed its commitment to revisit the proposed timeline for implementation.
“We have decided to suspend the strike, but we will be watching developments closely,” Ofori-Ampofo said at a press briefing in Accra. “We expect the government to treat the upcoming rounds of discussions with the seriousness they deserve.”
The strike, which affected public healthcare facilities nationwide, resulted in significant disruptions to health services, including reduced staffing levels, longer waiting times, and delays in accessing critical care services. Emergency wards and maternity units were among the hardest hit.
The dispute centered on the government’s proposal to postpone the implementation of newly negotiated conditions of service to 2026, a move the Association strongly opposed. After several rounds of dialogue, including an emergency meeting between the Ministry of Health, the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission, and GRNMA leadership, the government made renewed commitments to improve ongoing dialogue.
Ofori-Ampofo emphasized the need for the government to show greater respect for the nursing profession and address the welfare needs of its members with urgency. “Failure to meet our demands in good faith could trigger further action,” she warned.
The GRNMA has called on government negotiators to engage in meaningful discussions, ensuring that the concerns of nurses and midwives are addressed. With the strike suspended, nurses and midwives will resume work, but the Association will continue to monitor developments closely.
