Ghana's Judicial Unions Suspend Strike After Government Engagement

The Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) and SSAJUG have suspended their indefinite strike following productive talks with the government. A statement dated November 9, 2026, confirmed that the Office of the President had addressed concerns over salary reviews and related allowances for Judicial Service staff. This development came after a meeting between union leaders, the Chief Justice, and other Judicial Service management, facilitated by the President of the Judicial Service, Justice Gabriel Scott Pwamang, and Judicial Secretary, Mr. Ahmed Musah.

The meeting considered a revised government approval aimed at resolving the issues that led to the industrial action. According to JUSAG and SSAJUG, the revised government position largely addressed their outstanding concerns. This prompted the union leadership to submit a revised position on the commitments received from the Office of the President. The unions described this as a significant step towards resolving the impasse.

The strike suspension, effective Tuesday, November 10, 2026, allows for the resumption of normal Judicial Service activities while finalizing the commitments. JUSAG and SSAJUG commended President John Dramani Mahama, the Chief Justice, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, the President of the Supreme Court, Justice Gabriel Scott Pwamang, the Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, Judicial Secretary Ahmed Musah, and the Judicial Service management for their roles in resolving the dispute.

The unions also expressed gratitude to their members for their support during the industrial action and acknowledged the media for its coverage. The suspension of the strike is expected to pave the way for the resumption of court activities and other Judicial Service operations. This development brings relief to litigants and other stakeholders who were affected by the strike.

The agreement between the government and the judicial unions addresses longstanding concerns regarding salary reviews and related allowances. This resolution demonstrates the government's commitment to addressing the needs of Judicial Service staff. The engagement between the parties facilitated a mutually beneficial solution.

The Chief Justice, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, and other key stakeholders played a crucial role in brokering the agreement. Their involvement helped to facilitate a resolution that addressed the concerns of both the government and the judicial unions. The cooperation between the parties was instrumental in resolving the dispute.

With the strike suspended, the Judicial Service can now focus on its core functions, including the administration of justice. The resumption of court activities will help to reduce the backlog of cases and ensure that justice is delivered to those who seek it. The suspension of the strike is a positive development for Ghana's justice system.

Key points

• The Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana and SSAJUG suspended their strike after the government addressed concerns over salary reviews and related allowances.