Ghana Healthcare in Crisis: Nurses' Strike Paralyzes Hospitals

Ghana Faces Healthcare Crisis as Nurses and Midwives Stage Nationwide Strike Ghana's healthcare system is facing a major crisis following a nationwide strike by nurses and midwives. The strike, which began on June 4th, 2025, has left many hospitals understaffed and unable to provide essential services. Images from UTV Ghana show eerily empty waiting rooms and wards, highlighting the severity of the situation. The nurses and midwives are protesting over issues related to pay and working conditions. 'We are forced to take this action because our concerns have been ignored for too long,' said one striking nurse, speaking anonymously for fear of reprisal. The government is currently in talks with the nurses’ union to try to resolve the situation, but so far, no agreement has been reached. The strike is causing significant hardship for patients, many of whom are unable to access essential medical care. The government is working to mitigate the impact of the strike on the public health system, but the long-term consequences remain uncertain.