Ghana Shippers' Authority CEO to meet association of Port Transport Drivers over intended strike
Ransford Gyampo, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers' Authority, announced that his office will engage in a key meeting with the leadership of the Joint Association of Port Transport Drivers (JAPTU) at 12 pm on Monday, April 13. This meeting is aimed at addressing the growing concerns raised by the group.
JAPTU members have warned of a sit-down strike from April 14 to April 17, citing what they call unfair and overly burdensome regulatory measures introduced by the Ghana Shippers' Authority. They argue that these new policies, if not reviewed or revoked, could severely impact their operations and livelihoods. Ransford Gyampo reaffirmed the Authority's commitment to fostering a cooperative and efficient working environment for all stakeholders within the port sector.
Mr. Gyampo expressed surprise at the threat of a strike, especially after a phone conversation on Sunday, April 12, with JAPTU's leadership, in which they agreed to meet at 12 pm on Monday to discuss the issues and work towards a resolution. Gyampo said in an interview on the Citi Breakfast Show on Monday, April 13: "We are here to represent their interests. How can you advocate for someone you don't know? That's why the Shippers' Act mandates that, for effective regulation and oversight, we must officially register them."
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The Ghana Shippers' Authority CEO will meet with the Joint Association of Port Transport Drivers (JAPTU) to address their concerns. JAPTU has threatened industrial action- but what could come of this?
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