The Government and Hospital Pharmacists Association (GHOSPA) has announced that its members will not participate in the nationwide strike declared by Organised Labour, set to commence on Thursday, October 10, 2024.
In a statement released on Wednesday, October 9, GHOSPA acknowledged the crucial role that Organised Labour plays in advocating for workers' rights and addressing national issues, such as the ongoing illegal mining (galamsey) crisis.
While expressing support for the strike's objectives, the association emphasized that its members would remain at work to prevent disruptions in healthcare services.
GHOSPA urged all pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to continue their duties as usual until further notice. "While GHOSPA agrees with the issues raised by organised labour, we also recognise the vital role that Pharmacists and Pharmacy technicians play in offering healthcare services to the people of Ghana.