The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG), the Technical University Teachers Association of Ghana (TUTAG), and the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) have expressed their deep concern and discontent over the undue delay in releasing the exchange rate for the book and research allowance and payment.
According to the three unions, this delay has caused significant uncertainty and frustration among their members, who depend on this critical support for their research and academic work.
At a joint meeting held on June 8, 2025, the unions unanimously resolved that the government must, as a matter of urgency, release the exchange rate and commence the payment process for the book and research allowance to our members.
Despite the late release of the rates, a statement they issued on Monday, June 9, said, they have resolved that they will not accept an extension of payments beyond September 2025.
“We stress that this allowance is a statutory entitlement under our Conditions of Service and an essential resource for advancing research, teaching, and knowledge sharing.
“We hereby notify all stakeholders that if the government fails to commence the payment process by the 13th of June 2025, this will be considered a strike notice by UTAG, TUTAG, and CETAG across all campuses to the government,” the statement said.
The statement further urged the government to act swiftly to avert any disruption to the academic calendar and to ensure that the welfare of teachers and the broader academic community is prioritised.
