DOCTORS AT Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) in Kumasi have suspended their strike action, effective 6 p.m. yesterday, following the timely intervention of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, and other relevant stakeholders.
In a press statement, the doctors said, “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, June 9, 2026 at 6 p.m.
“This decision has been made following fruitful engagements and the timely intervention of His 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.”
According to the statement, authored and signed by Dr. Michael Leat, Chairman of KADA, the doctors also considered that a prolonged industrial action would have adverse effects on innocent patients, hence halting it to return to work.
“While KADA remains committed to ensuring that the issues that occasioned the strike are fully resolved, we have carefully considered the potential impact of a prolonged action on patient care and public health.
“The safety and well-being of patients and the broader public interest remain central to our responsibilities, and these have informed our decision to suspend the action and continue to dialogue,” the KADA Chairman stated.
He expressed his group’s gratitude to the Asantehene, KATH Board and all other stakeholders who played key roles in creating a pathway for dialogue in helping to find amicable resolution to their outstanding issues.
“We are particularly grateful to the National Executive Council (NEC) and membership of the Ghana Medical Association (GMA) for its unwavering support and intervention in this important matter,” he said, adding that they are also grateful to KATH nurses, pharmacists and other bodies who supported their cause.
FROM I.F. Joe Awuah, Kumasi