JUSAG declares indefinite strike from November 2 over non-review of salaries
JUSAG said the action follows months of unsuccessful efforts since December 2025 to secure the review, as required under Article 149 of the 1992 Constitution and the Judicial Service (Terms and Conditions of Service) Regulations, 2026 (C.I. 141).
The Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) has announced an indefinite strike starting November 2, 2026, due to the government's failure to approve the 2026 salary review for Judicial Service staff. This decision follows months of unsuccessful attempts to secure the review since December 2025, as required by Article 149 of the 1992 Constitution and the Judicial Service (Terms and Conditions of Service) Regulations, 2026.
The Association submitted a proposal to the Judicial Council in December 2025, but the Council's advice was not approved by the President. After several appeals, JUSAG resolved to demand approval of the Council's recommendations, payment of the reviewed salaries and arrears, and requested the Ministry of Labour to convene a meeting before the strike.
However, the Ministry only acted after being directed by the National Labour Commission, which raised concerns about the Ministry's handling of the matter. JUSAG has also criticized the Ministry's letter proposing a split of arrears into three instalments without consultation, as it does not meet the Association's demands. The Association emphasized that they have exhausted all avenues of dialogue and are committed to securing the Constitutionally guaranteed rights of Judicial Service staff, warning of collective action if their demands are not met.
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