The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) has opted-out of Organised Labor’s upcoming strike on October 10, against illegal mining in the country.
The decision came after the GRNMA Council held an emergency meeting on October 8, 2024.
The Council decided that the GRNMA and its members will not embark on the strike action declared by organised labour and therefore directs all nurses and midwives to stay at post and continue delivering safe and quality health services to the good people of Ghana.
This decision was conveyed in a communiqué jointly signed by Madam Perpetual Ofori-Ampofo, GRNMA President, and Dr. David Tenkorang-Twum, GRNMA General Secretary.
The communiqué said “the GRNMA stands in solidarity with member Trade Unions and Associations under Organised Labour in the fight against illegal mining (galamsey) and will continue to advocate for stronger national interventions to address the menace”.
Other groups and associations like the Hospital Pharmacists Association (GHOSPA) and the Ghana Medical Association (GMA) have also opted-out of the intended strike. They explain that since they play an essential role in the delivery of healthcare services, they cannot partake in the strike, as it will affect the lives of citizens.
