Hygiene students protest over two-year allowances’ arrears, job postings
Students of the Ghanaian Health Service (GHS) Hygiene Schools have staged a protest demanding the payment of two years’ worth of allowances that remain unpaid, as well as the immediate posting of graduates to various health facilities across the country. The protest, which took place at the Ministry of Health in Accra, saw hundreds of students expressing their frustration with the delayed payments and lack of job placements.
The students, who have completed their courses and are awaiting postings, claim they have been left in limbo for an extended period. According to their representatives, the government promised to pay allowances to all health students during their training, but the payments for the past two years have not been disbursed. The students argue that they have been facing financial hardship as a result, with some unable to cover basic living expenses.
"We are not asking for more than what we are owed," one of the student leaders stated. "We’ve completed our training, we’ve been patient, and yet the government has failed to honor its commitment to us. We need our allowances, and we need our postings now."
In addition to the allowances, the students are also calling for the swift deployment of graduates to health facilities, particularly in rural and underserved areas. Many of the protesting students noted that they have been waiting for long periods, contributing to a backlog of vacancies in the country’s health sector, especially in hygiene-related positions, which are crucial in maintaining public health.
The Ministry of Health has acknowledged the protests and assured the students that their concerns are being taken seriously. Officials stated that efforts are underway to resolve the payment issues and that postings would be made soon to address the staffing needs in the health sector. However, the students remain steadfast in their demands, insisting that prompt action is necessary to resolve the situation and allow them to begin their careers.
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