Latest Update on CETAG Strike, Allowances, Feeding, and Resumption for Teacher Trainees

The Government of Ghana has indicated its readiness to engage the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) in discussions aimed at addressing the ongoing industrial action. The proposed meeting is intended to examine the issues raised by CETAG and agree on workable solutions that will help bring stability back to the colleges of education.

Government officials have emphasized that the objective of the engagement is to prevent prolonged disruption to academic activities in the colleges. Teaching and learning in these institutions are vital to national development, and extended interruptions affect not only students and tutors but also the future human resource base of the country. For this reason, the government says it is committed to meaningful dialogue with all parties involved.

Despite these commitments, the CETAG strike remains active. This has raised concerns as colleges of education are officially expected to resume academic work on 19th January 2026. Although the resumption date stands, there are fears that full academic activities may not begin if the strike is not resolved before then.

Teacher trainees are among those most impacted by the situation. While students are expected to return to campus, the continued absence of tutors could result in delayed lectures, postponed assessments, and disruptions to the academic calendar. Such delays may also affect teaching practice, internships, and planned graduation schedules.

Amid these challenges, the Teacher Trainees’ Association of Ghana (TTAG), at its General Assembly, approved the payment of full allowances to teacher trainees. This decision has been received positively by trainees nationwide, as allowances are essential for meeting basic needs such as feeding, accommodation, and study materials. However, despite this development, the government has not yet provided a clear timeline for the implementation of the full allowance payment.

In addition, teacher trainees are still owed arrears by the government. These unpaid allowances remain a serious concern, especially for students who depend entirely on this support while in school. The continued delay has placed financial pressure on trainees and their families.

The government maintains that it is dedicated to safeguarding the welfare of both educators and students. It believes that open dialogue, cooperation, and compromise can lead to a fair resolution of the current issues. The planned meeting with CETAG is therefore viewed as a key step toward ending the deadlock.

As the resumption date approaches, attention is focused on the outcome of the talks between the government and CETAG. Students, parents, and other education stakeholders are hopeful that the strike will be called off soon, allowing academic activities to resume smoothly and uninterrupted learning to continue.

For now, the situation remains uncertain. However, there is optimism that through sincere engagement and timely action, the challenges facing the colleges of education can be resolved in the interest of all involved.