The Supreme Court of Ghana has announced that it will resume its regular judicial proceedings on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, despite an indefinite industrial action declared by the Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG). The strike was initiated due to the government's failure to approve and release JUSAG members' revised salaries for 2026, along with outstanding arrears.
An official notification released on Monday, November 2, and endorsed by Judicial Secretary Musah Ahmed, confirmed that the court would maintain its scheduled business in accordance with a directive issued by the Chief Justice, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie. The notification urged all legal practitioners and litigants with matters listed for hearing to take note of the arrangement and make necessary preparations to attend court.
The strike has raised concerns about the uninterrupted delivery of administrative and operational assistance throughout the Judicial Service. JUSAG members perform essential support functions that facilitate the daily activities of the courts. The association has maintained that its members will not return to work until their outstanding concerns have been satisfactorily resolved.
Although the Supreme Court has formally directed that its scheduled proceedings should continue, uncertainty remains over how the absence of striking administrative personnel could affect the practical arrangements required to conduct hearings and provide necessary courtroom support. The court must now manage its scheduled business amid the industrial action.
The government has approved 10 months' salary arrears for judicial staff as JUSAG's strike disrupts courts. This development may influence the strike's progression and the court's ability to function effectively.
Lawyers and litigants whose matters have been listed before the Supreme Court have been officially informed that the court intends to proceed with its normal sitting on Tuesday. The court will likely face challenges in conducting its proceedings with the support staff on strike.
The situation may have implications for the conduct of cases and the overall administration of justice in Ghana. The Supreme Court's decision to proceed with its scheduled sitting demonstrates its commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring the continuity of judicial business.
Key points
- The Supreme Court will proceed with its scheduled sitting on Tuesday despite JUSAG's indefinite strike.
- The strike was initiated due to the government's failure to approve and release JUSAG members' revised salaries for 2026, along with outstanding arrears.
- The court has directed that its scheduled proceedings should continue, but uncertainty remains over the practical implications of the strike on court operations.
