Thousands of teachers in Ghana are preparing to hit the streets again as the Coalition of Unpaid Teachers warns of new demonstrations and possible legal action against the government.
The group says over 6,000 teachers who have worked for 12 to 15 months have received pay for only two months. Despite a protest last year, the long delays continue to cause serious financial hardship amid rising living costs.
In an interview with Citi News on Sunday, January 4, 2026, Lead Convenor Simon Kofi Nartey made an urgent appeal to the government and employers to settle the outstanding arrears quickly.
“We are begging our employer and the government to listen to us and pay our arrears so we can have peace of mind and keep doing the good work we are doing for the country,” he said.
He also demanded the immediate issuance of staff identification cards to members still waiting for theirs. Mr Nartey warned that if the IDs are not provided before this month’s salaries are paid, the coalition will organise another protest.
“The few members left without staff IDs must get them before this month’s salary, or we will be back on the streets,” he added.
The convenor described the situation as unfair and discriminatory, pointing out that some teachers who started at the same time have been paid in full while others are still suffering.
“This is unjust, and we are seriously looking at taking legal action against the government,” he stated.
The coalition says it will keep using all lawful means—including protests and court cases—until the arrears are fully paid and their employment status is properly regularised.
