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GRNMA Condemns CHAG’s “Draconian” Plan to Sanction Nurses and Midwives Over Strike
Accra, 4 July 2025 – Tensions have intensified between the Christian Health Association of Ghana (CHAG) and the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) after its intention to discipline staff who joined last month’s nationwide strike.
CHAG’s Directive
In a circular dated 30 June 2025, CHAG’s Deputy Executive Director instructed all member facilities to submit the full name, grade, staff ID and facility of every nurse or midwife who took part in the recent GRNMA industrial action.
A companion briefing note, shared with facility heads, purportedly proposes several sanctions:
- Re-posting newly assigned staff who joined the strike back to CHAG for reassignment.
- Demotion of managerial-level nurses and midwives who participated.
- Withdrawal of allowances for May as well as other benefits (responsibility allowance, accommodation, vehicle).
- Deferral of promotions for all strikers due this year.
- Salary withholding for one week, to be effected through the Controller and Accountant-General’s Department.
GRNMA’s Response
The GRNMA leadership answered on 3 July 2025 with a press release titled “CHAG’s Draconian Measures to Intimidate Nurses and Midwives Working in CHAG Facilities.” Signed by President Mrs Perpetual Ofori-Ampofo and General Secretary Dr David Tenkorang-Twum, the statement “unequivocally condemns” what it calls an attempt to undermine members’ constitutional right to peaceful protest.
“Targeting individuals who stand up for their rights threatens the principles of justice and fairness,” the release states, adding that such actions “jeopardise the very ethos of our profession, built on care, compassion and solidarity.”
Citing Section 10(d) of the Labour Act 2003 (Act 651), GRNMA reminds CHAG that employees may join and participate fully in the activities of a registered trade union, including industrial action. While Sections 162 and 163 restrict strikes by essential service providers, the union argues that the same legislation obliges employers to address workers’ concerns promptly “the law is never one-sided,” the statement notes.
GRNMA further vows to “take CHAG on” should any retaliation occur and pledges to use “every legitimate means” to defend affected members, including the possibility of renewed nationwide action. Nevertheless, the leadership urges nurses and midwives in CHAG facilities to remain calm and continue normal duties while union officials engage the Ministry of Health and other stakeholders.
For now, the nursing community awaits CHAG’s official reaction to GRNMA’s warning and any guidance that may emerge from the Ministry of Health. Nursing In Ghana will provide updates as the story develops.


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GHANA, GRENADA SIGN NURSE RECRUITMENT DEAL – APPLICATIONS OPEN OCT 24-28, 2025
The Government of Ghana has signed an agreement with the Government of Grenada for the recruitment of nurses. Applications are sought from experienced, dynamic and committed individuals for a challenging yet highly rewarding professional opportunity in Grenada.
The following specialties are needed:
- Critical Care Nurses
- Accident and Emergency Nurses
- Public Health Nurses
- General Nurses
QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCES
(i) The Applicant should meet the regulatory requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana,
(ii) Applicants should have at least five (5) years working experience.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Each Applicant is required to provide the following:
- Original two (2) Photocopies of nursing academic certificate
- Original two (2) Photocopies of certificate of good standing with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
- Current and Previous appointment
- Original two (2) Photocopies of certificate of criminal record from the Criminal Investigation Department of the Ghana Police Service covering the immediate past six (6) months,
- Original two (2) Photocopies of certificate of change of name where applicable,
- Original two (2) Photocopies immunization certificate,
- Original two (2) Photocopies of the Birth Certificate,
- Two (2) copies of an up-to-date curriculum vitae,
- Two (2) reference letters dated within the last six (6) months,
- An endorsed recent passport size photograph with white background,
- Biodata page of passport with two (2) years validity,
- Application Form,
- Any other relevant document.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Application starts from Friday, 24th October 2025 and ends on Tuesday, 28th October 2025. Applicants are to apply through the Ministry of Health’s Recruitment Portal, https://hr.moh.gov.gh or email : mohhrhd@moh.gov.gh
Candidates are required to submit all the necessary documents including certified copies of qualifications and professional registration on the day of the scheduled interview. Unsuitable applications will not be acknowledged
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Scotland NHS Recruiting International Nurses
NHS Highland has announced that they are seeking experienced international nurses for a permanent position at Caithness General Hospital in Wick.
The role is within the Rosebank Ward, which is described as a busy acute admission ward featuring a three-bedded high dependency unit. This position is specifically for international nurses who are required to sit and pass their OSCE exam to obtain full NMC registration. Note that this post is not open to candidates who already hold full NMC registration.
The NHS Highland as part of this exciting opportunity we will support you through a fully funded in-house, person-centred education programme to prepare for your NMC Test of Competence Part 2 (OSCE) exam and obtain your full UK NMC registration. A preparatory OSCE Education Programme will be delivered by the North of Scotland International Recruitment team in collaboration with NHS Highland.
Candidates are required to have successfully undertaken the Test of Competence Part 1 (CBT) and must meet the necessary English language requirements for their NMC application. It was also specified that applicants must have twelve months of validity remaining on both of these certificates.
Successful candidates will begin as a Band 4 Pre-Registration (International) Nurse and will then progress to a Band 5 Registered Nurse upon obtaining their registration. Interested candidates can apply here.
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Ministry of Health Postpones Media Engagement on Unpaid Salaries
The Ministry of Health has postponed its planned Media Engagement on “Unpaid Salaries and Other Related Human Resource Issues.” The session, which was originally scheduled for Wednesday, 8th October 2025 at 9:00 AM at the Ministry of Health, Ridge, will no longer take place as planned.
In a notice shared on social media, the Ministry’s Public Relations Unit informed all media houses and stakeholders that the engagement has been postponed until further notice. The Ministry added that a new date will be communicated in due course and sincerely regrets any inconvenience the change may cause.
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