During the 2025 Budget presentation, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson assured that the government will swiftly address the salary arrears of 321 pharmacists who have remained unpaid since their employment in June 2023.
This announcement comes after months of frustration among affected pharmacists, with many calling for urgent intervention.
The salary delay had sparked concerns within the health sector, as some pharmacists reportedly struggled with financial difficulties despite their critical role in healthcare delivery.
Forson’s statement has been met with cautious optimism, with industry stakeholders urging swift implementation of the promised resolution.
Parliamentarians and professional bodies have also weighed in, emphasizing the need for structural reforms to prevent future salary delays.
The government’s commitment is seen as part of broader efforts to stabilize public sector wages and improve healthcare workforce retention.
Pharmacists now await a concrete timeline for payments as pressure mounts on authorities to fulfill their promise.
Source: OccupyGh.com
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