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PUWU Stands Firm Against Government’s Attempt to Privatize ECG
PUWU commits to defending workers’ rights and ensuring transparency in the process
- PUWU strongly resists government’s plans to privatize ECG, citing lack of consultation
- The union assures members that steps are being taken to address the issue, urging them to stay calm
- PUWU leadership is determined to protect workers' rights and ensure transparency in the privatization process
The Public Utilities Workers Union (PUWU), affiliated with the Trades Union Congress (TUC-Ghana), has voiced strong opposition to the government’s plan to privatize the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).
In a statement, PUWU revealed that the Minister of Energy has set up a committee to push forward the privatization process.
However, the union made it clear that it had not been consulted as a key stakeholder in this decision.
“Rest assured, we are fully committed to resisting any privatization efforts,” the statement emphasized.
PUWU urged its members to remain calm as leadership takes the necessary actions to protect their interests, and encouraged them to stay alert for future updates.
Read full statement below;
