The Ghana Air Traffic Safety Electronics Association (GhATSEA) has served notice that it will embark on an indefinite nationwide strike effective 30 October 2025.
The Association stated that the decision to embark on the strike is due to poor welfare conditions and management inaction at the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).
GhATSEA, as part of the industrial action, will withdraw Air Traffic Safety Electronics Personnel (ATSEPs) responsible for maintaining the communication, navigation, and surveillance systems that ensure flight safety.
The system to be affected by the strike action will include radar, radio, and instrument landing operations at all major airports—Kotoka International, Kumasi, Tamale, Sunyani, Ho, and Wa—making air travel unsafe for both domestic and international airlines.
This was contained in a statement issued and signed by its president, Engr David Annan Mensah.
According to him, members’ patience had “completely run out” after years of petitions and failed engagements with GCAA.
He complained about inequitable job placements, unfair salary administration, and unresolved welfare issues dating back more than 15 years.
The statement further accused the Director of Human Resources, Mr Ebenezer Sagoe, of presiding over persistent mismanagement that has “eroded confidence” in his office.
GhATSEA wants him to be removed from office on the grounds that he lacks what it takes to hold such a position.
They have also criticised the Acting Director-General, Rev. Stephen Arthur, and Acting Deputy Director-General (Technical), Mr Theophilus Ago, accusing them of not showing any interest in their concerns.
The members described the posture of the two as “brazen” and “insensitive”.
Meanwhile, GhATSEA has apologised to passengers and operators for the inconvenience the strike action will cause.
It indicated that the strike action has become necessary due to “the direct consequence of management’s neglect and lack of good faith.”
“We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause, but the responsibility lies squarely with those who have ignored the legitimate cries of the professionals who ensure the safety and reliability of Ghana’s air navigation systems,” the statement read.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
