Teacher unions call for immediate payment of allowances

They highlighted the challenges faced by teachers due to harsh economic conditions and the government's inaction, with the last 24 months being difficult for Ghanaian teachers.

The unions, comprising members of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), and the Coalition of Concerned Teachers Ghana, urged the government to meet their demands, warning that if the demands are not met by May 13, 2024, they will take further action.

"Pursuant to the above, we call on the employer, once again, to honor its promises and commitment to our teachers by addressing our concerns over the allowances enumerated above.".

On May 3, teachers from various parts of the Volta Region participated in a peaceful demonstration in Ho, calling for the payment of deprived area allowances and other key allowances.

The demonstration included members of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), and the Coalition of Concerned Teachers Ghana.

The teachers marched through the principal streets of Ho and presented a petition to the Regional Coordinating Director, Augustus Awity, at the Volta Regional Coordinating Council (VRCC)