The Mortuary Workers Association of Ghana (MOWAG) has announced the closure of all mortuaries across the country starting Thursday, September 26, 2024.
The workers have declared an indefinite strike over unresolved issues with their employer, citing the failure to meet their long-standing demands.
Among the demands are provision of adequate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and payment of salary arrears dating back to 2020.
Other demands are financial clearance for the employment of 500 additional mortuary workers as well as the payment of the COVID-19 bonus promised to mortuary workers by the President.
The strike comes in response to what the workers describe as deliberate inaction from the authorities.
MOWAG expressed concern about the alarming rate of deaths among mortuary workers due to poor working conditions, for which they call for urgent action.
In their notice, MOWAG made it clear that no further hearings or discussions would take place until their demands are implemented.
They also directed all members to close mortuaries and stay at home, informing the general public to expect the closure.
The strike is expected to have a significant impact on mortuary services across the country if their demands are not met before the deadline.