The Komfo Anokye Doctors’ Association (KADA) has suspended its industrial action with effect from 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, following what it described as productive engagements with key stakeholders aimed at resolving concerns that led to the strike.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the association said the decision was influenced by the timely intervention of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, as well as commitments made by the hospital’s Board, management and other stakeholders.
“The Komfo Anokye Doctors’ Association (KADA) wishes to inform the general public that the industrial action embarked upon by its members has been suspended with effect from today. 9th June, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. This decision has been made following fruitful engagements and the timely intervention of His Royal Majesty, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II. The Hospital Board, Management and other key stakeholders who have demonstrated commitment towards addressing the concerns that led to the industrial action,” the statement said.
KADA noted that while efforts to secure a lasting resolution to the issues remain ongoing, it considered the impact of the prolonged strike on healthcare delivery before taking the decision to suspend the action.
According to the association, the safety and well-being of patients and the broader public interest were key factors in its decision to resume services while discussions continue.
The doctors also expressed appreciation to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the hospital’s Board, management and other stakeholders for facilitating dialogue aimed at achieving an amicable settlement of the dispute.
The association further acknowledged the support it received from the National Executive Council and members of the Ghana Medical Association (GMA), as well as several health sector unions and professional bodies, including the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association, the Health Services Workers’ Union, the Emergency Medicine Society of Ghana, the Orthopaedic Association of Ghana, the Komfo Anokye Certified Registered Anaesthetist Association, the Ghana Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists and the Komfo Anokye Pharmacists Association.
The suspension brings to an end days of industrial action at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), which disrupted healthcare delivery and affected consultations and other medical services at the facility.
KADA indicated that engagements with stakeholders will continue as efforts are made to resolve the outstanding concerns that triggered the strike.
The industrial action followed the suspension of the Chief Executive Officer of KATH, Dr. Paa Kwesi Baidoo, after he announced the suspension of emergency services at the hospital.
