MONROVIA – The National Health Workers Union of Liberia (NAHWUL) has distanced itself from ongoing “go-slow” actions reportedly affecting public health facilities across the country.
The union, in a statement released Monday, described the strike actions as premature and counterproductive amidst what it called “active and meaningful” negotiations with the government.
NAHWUL revealed that significant progress has been made in addressing the concerns of health workers. Key agreements include the construction of housing for rural health workers, set to begin in 2025, and the integration of volunteer health workers into the official workforce through an allocated government budget.
Additionally, plans are underway to address transport challenges faced by urban-based health workers, with support from development partners.
The union also detailed salary top-ups ranging from $25 to $225 to ensure pay equity among health workers with similar qualifications and roles.
NAHWUL reiterated that ongoing discussions remain focused on improving working conditions, reclassification of roles, and addressing longstanding issues within the health sector.
In its statement, the union called on health workers to remain at their posts, emphasizing that industrial actions should only be considered as a last resort. NAHWUL reaffirmed its commitment to dialogue and assured both its members and the public of regular updates on the negotiation process.
Joseph Daniels reports for OK FM Liberia as Executive Mansion Correspondent. With a vested interest in making the voices of people from different walks of life heard, he has covered investigative stories relating to education, health, the environment, corruption, and violence against women and girls, among others. He graduated from the United Methodist University with a Bachelor of Art Degree in Mass Communications in 2020. Joseph is also a fellow at New Narratives, a non-profit organization helping media deliver independent, truthful information to its people so they can make informed decisions.
