GAUA strike disrupts university examinations, UHAS suspends papers
The Ghana Association of University Administrators GAUA strike has led to the suspension of examinations at some public universities, including the University of Health and Allied Sciences UHAS. GAUA's industrial action, which began on August 11, 2026, stems from concerns over disparities in Market Premium and related allowances between Teaching Senior Members and Non-Teaching Senior Members. GAUA General Secretary Charles Aidoo stated on August 16, 2026, that the second phase of the strike could cause further disruptions to university examinations. Aidoo also raised concerns about procedural errors in conducting examinations and questioned the integrity of ongoing exams. The association is also protesting proposed changes to salary levels for some senior university staff, which would move them to a lower pay grade despite having been on a higher level since 2010. Additionally, GAUA highlights discriminatory retirement arrangements for non-teaching staff. Aidoo noted that these issues have been raised with former and current Education Ministers and the Minister of Labour, but no resolution has been reached. GAUA is scheduled to meet with the Minister of Education on August 17, 2026, but Aidoo indicated that the strike would only be called off if concerns regarding fairness and equity are addressed.
