Will Colleges of Education Reopen on 11th November Despite the Planned CETAG Strike?
The reopening date for Colleges of Education across Ghana is still unchanged, even though the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) has announced its intention to go on a strike.
According to reports, CETAG plans to begin an industrial strike to demand better conditions of service and payment of allowances owed to its members. The association claims that government has failed to address their long-standing concerns despite several meetings and promises.
If the strike begins as planned, it means tutors in all 48 public Colleges of Education may not return to the classroom, even though students are expected to resume. However, school authorities say the official reopening date remains the same until the government or the Ministry of Education gives a new directive.
This has caused fear and uncertainty among students, especially Level 200 and 300 trainees who are supposed to start their new semester soon. Many worry that if tutors refuse to teach, it will affect their academic calendar and preparation for examinations.
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A trainee said, “We are confused. We don’t know whether to go back to campus or wait at home. We just hope the government settles things with CETAG quickly.”
As of now, PRINCOF has not released any official statement, so students are to note that the reopening date still remains Monday, 11th November 2025.
CETAG members have also expressed their frustration. One tutor mentioned, “We love teaching our students, but we also deserve fair treatment. We have waited for too long for the government to fulfill its promises.”
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Education (MoE) and the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) are yet to make an official statement regarding the matter.
For now, students are advised to prepare for reopening as scheduled, but stay alert for any new updates that may come from CETAG or the Ministry of Education.
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If the government and CETAG fail to reach an agreement before the reopening day, the semester may begin without lectures, and that could disrupt the entire 2025 academic calendar for Colleges of Education. “It’s time the government takes issues in the Colleges of Education seriously,” a concerned trainee leader added. “We can’t continue facing these challenges every semester.”
In summary, even though CETAG is planning to strike, the reopening date remains unchanged. Students should keep following official updates from their college administration and stay hopeful that both sides will find a peaceful solution soon.
