The Central Regional branch of the Trades Union Congress (TUC)-Ghana has reaffirmed the commitment of workers to hard work, discipline, and increased productivity while calling on government and employers to ensure fair wages and improved working conditions.

‎Mr. Joseph Asamoah Munoo, the Central Regional Chairman for TUC made the declaration during the 2026 May Day celebration held in Ajumako in the Ajumako-Enyan--Essiam District themed, "Pivotal to Growth, Jobs, and Livelihoods Beyond Macroeconomic Stability", where hundreds of workers from various sectors gathered to commemorate the annual event under calls for stronger labour protection and economic justice with displayed placards.

‎Addressing the gathering, he acknowledged the crucial role workers continue to play in national development despite prevailing economic challenges. Stressing that Ghanaian workers remain dedicated to supporting productivity and economic growth but deserve salaries and conditions that reflect the rising cost of living.

‎“As workers we pledge to work hard, we will be productivity, but we will also demand what is fair," the TUC Chairman noted.

‎Mr. Asamoah Munoo expressed concern over the impact of inflation, high transportation costs, and increasing utility tariffs on workers’ livelihoods, noting that many employees are struggling to meet basic needs despite working diligently and urged government to strengthen dialogue with organized labour and implement policies that protect workers from economic hardship and called on employers to respect labour laws, improve workplace safety, and provide decent remuneration packages.

‎Mrs. Cynthia Maame Aba Sam Ananoo, the Regional Secretary for Organized Labour in her address, stressed on the chosen theme which she highlighted launch a national conversation on jobs or employment.

‎"I say with no fear of contradiction that decent employment or lack of it, remains one of the most significant economic and social problems in Ghana, which has the potential to transform into a political problem if it remains unchecked, as we are almost at crisis level," she signalled. 

‎She further intrigued government to move beyond economic statistics and indicators, but to recognize that macroeconomic stability is not an end in itself, as the real test of economic policy is whether it improves the lives of workers and citizens, create jobs, raise incomes, and secure the future.

‎Hon. Ekow Okyere Eduamoah Panyin, the Central Regional Minister, having graced the occasion opined that sustainable livelihood goes beyond mere employment, but encompasses dignity in work, fair wages and job security. Stating that in other to achieve this, requires a new focus of productivity, innovation and accountability.

‎He charged workers to demonstrate discipline and commitment and inquired of the labour union to also engage constructively, since collaboration remains the cornerstone of sustainable development.

‎Sompaonline.com//Eric Annan