The Trade Union Congress (TUC) is urging the Government of Ghana to take immediate and decisive steps to address the country’s mounting debt, which it estimates has exceeded GH¢800 billion.
The union warns that the ballooning debt is eroding the country’s capacity to provide essential public services, including education, healthcare, and infrastructure.
Presenting a petition to the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat in Accra on Friday, August 29, TUC Secretary-General Joshua Ansah cautioned that Ghanaian workers will not remain passive in the face of continued economic hardship.
“If nothing is done about our debt, which is denying us better schools, hospitals, and many other critical amenities, Ghanaians will be forced to take action,” Ansah stated. “We are making our voices heard through AfCFTA, so they understand what unions across Africa are demanding.”
The TUC emphasized that workers are increasingly frustrated by the government’s inaction and hinted at “drastic measures” if the situation is not addressed promptly.
Receiving the petition on behalf of the AfCFTA Secretariat, Senior Advisor Albert Kan-Dapaah Jnr. acknowledged the concerns and assured that the document would be delivered to the appropriate authorities.
The union’s move marks a growing wave of pressure on the government to confront the debt crisis, which many fear could worsen living standards and economic stability if left unresolved.
