The Railway Workers Union of Ghana, operating under the Trades Union Congress (TUC-Ghana), has announced plans to embark on a nationwide strike beginning Tuesday, September 30, 2025.

In a letter dated September 15 and addressed to the Greater Accra Regional Police Commander, the Union cited the non-payment of workers’ salaries and entitlements for the past 12 months as the primary reason for the industrial action.

General Secretary of the Railway Workers Union of Ghana, Benjamin Essuman expressed deep concern over the financial strain the delay has placed on railway workers and their families.

He noted that the prolonged hardship has led to deteriorating health conditions, broken homes, and other social challenges among members.

The planned protest will commence at the Ministry of Transport in Accra, proceed to Parliament for the submission of a petition, continue to the Ghana Railway Development Authority, and conclude at the TUC-Ghana headquarters.

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“If by Monday, September 22, 2025, no concrete measures are taken by the Ministry of Transport to address these issues, we shall proceed to act under Sections 160 and 171 of the Labour Act, effective September 30,” part of the release read.

Essuman added that despite numerous appeals to the Ministry and other relevant authorities, the Union has not seen any effort toward negotiation, mediation, or arbitration as stipulated under the Labour Act.

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