The Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) has suspended its strike action which began on November 24, 2025, after government released funds to clear some outstanding payments owed its members.
In a statement on Monday, February 16, 2026, CETAG said the decision was taken after the government made money available to settle key obligations, including All-Year-Round Work Compensation for duties performed in 2022, arrears for the 2023/2024 Book and Research Allowance, and the 2022 Research Top-Up Allowance for Akrokerri College of Education.
CETAG described the development as “a significant step toward addressing the concerns that necessitated the industrial action,” and commended the government for responding to the financial commitments.
Despite suspending the strike, the association noted that two major issues remain unresolved and are currently before the National Labour Commission (NLC) for determination.
These include outstanding Book and Research Allowance arrears for the 2022/2023 academic year, which CETAG said should be paid “on a pro rata basis,” and the alleged downgrading of experienced tutors with master’s degrees in the colleges.
According to CETAG, the downgrading “undermines professional dignity” and violates agreed conditions of service as well as the Labour Act, 2003 (Act 651).
The association said the strike has been suspended “in good faith” and urged the NLC to act quickly to ensure a full and lasting resolution of the remaining matters.
CETAG has directed its members across all Colleges of Education to return to the classroom, asking them to resume academic work “effective Monday, 16th February, 2026.”
The leadership also thanked members for their solidarity and extended appreciation to students, parents and other stakeholders for their patience during the industrial action.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
