UG academic calendar at risk of disruption if GAUA strike extends into next week – Pro-VC

The University of Ghana's 2026/2027 academic calendar faces potential disruption if the ongoing strike by the Ghana Association of University Administrators (GAUA) extends into next week, according to warnings from Pro-Vice-Chancellor Professor Gordon Awandare. Many university systems are currently non-operational due to GAUA members participating in the strike, limiting the university's ability to provide services.

Management is attempting to handle the situation but acknowledges the growing impact on operations. The strike, which began in August, has resulted in suspended first-semester registration and delayed access to key administrative services. GAUA demands include fair wages, addressed grievances, and rectification of disparities in allowances and conditions of service.

Negotiations with the government have reached a stalemate, leading GAUA to resume the strike after suspending it earlier. The academic calendar scheduled Level 100 students to report on October 12 and continuing students on October 15. However, with key systems affected, teaching is now expected to begin on October 19. The University of Ghana has not yet announced a revised calendar, but Prof. Awandare's warning indicates that the academic year may face significant delays if the strike persists.