Organized Labour Strike Disrupts Judicial and Hospital Services
Written by GliveRadio Accra on July 15, 2024
The ongoing strike led by Organized Labour has significantly disrupted operations across various sectors, including the judiciary and the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital.
Organized Labour initiated the strike on Friday, July 12, protesting the planned sale of SSNIT’s 60 percent shares in four hotels to Rock City Hotel, owned by Agriculture Minister Bryan Acheampong.
Despite SSNIT’s decision to cancel the sale, the labor groups continue their strike and now demand the dissolution of SSNIT’s board.
A recent visit by Channel One News to the Accra High Court revealed an unusually empty parking lot that would typically be filled with the cars of lawyers and litigants.
Despite the courtrooms being open, they remained empty as staff and judges were absent due to the Judicial Staff Association of Ghana’s decision to join the strike.
The only individuals actively present within the court are police officers and internal security personnel stationed there.
At the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) and Manhyia Government Hospital, doctors have left consulting rooms unattended, leaving patients seeking healthcare unattended to.
Outpatient Department (OPD) services have been suspended at both hospitals.
Meanwhile, lectures continue at the University of Ghana, Legon Campus, despite the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) joining Organized Labour in a nationwide strike.