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September 1, 2026
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Disability graduates give government September 15 deadline over employment
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Key Points
- The Coalition of Unemployed Graduates with Disabilities threatens renewed picketing after September 15 if the government fails to present a concrete employment plan.
- The coalition demands immediate recruitment of about 400 qualified persons with disabilities into the public sector.
- They also seek enforcement of employment quotas, incentives for private employers, and reserved recruitment percentages in state entities for persons with disabilities.
- The group cites previous failed engagements with government officials, systemic exclusion from recruitment exercises (e.g., GES), and unfulfilled assurances after a Jubilee House protest.
- Their demands are legally grounded in Ghana's 1992 Constitution, the Persons with Disability Act, 2006 (Act 715), and the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
Why This Matters
This issue highlights the persistent challenge of ensuring inclusivity and equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities in Ghana, despite existing laws and international conventions. Failure to address these demands could lead to sustained social unrest, impact Ghana's human rights reputation, and prevent the nation from fully utilizing its diverse human capital for national development and economic growth.
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NAGRAT urges gov’t to communicate early if September deadline cannot be met
- NAGRAT has urged the Ghanaian government to resolve outstanding promotional salary adjustments for approximately 80,000 teachers by the end of September.
- The union granted the government one month to complete the process following an emergency meeting with key education and finance officials.
- NAGRAT President Jacob Anaba expressed cautious confidence due to the presence of high-ranking officials, including the Minister for Finance, at the discussions.
- The union specifically requested early notification from the government if it anticipates difficulties in meeting the September deadline.
- NAGRAT deliberately agreed to the September timeframe, acknowledging the current economic circumstances, rather than pushing for immediate implementation.