{"id":90850,"date":"2025-08-22T09:34:54","date_gmt":"2025-08-22T09:34:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=90850"},"modified":"2025-08-22T09:34:54","modified_gmt":"2025-08-22T09:34:54","slug":"labour-minister-urges-stronger-social-partnerships-to-drive-workplace-productivity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=90850","title":{"rendered":"Labour minister urges stronger social partnerships to drive workplace productivity"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, Dr Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, has underscored the importance of stronger collaboration among workers, employers, and the government to enhance productivity and strengthen the country\u2019s economy.<\/p>\n

Delivering the keynote address at the 12th Quadrennial Delegates\u2019 Conference of the Industrial and Commercial Workers\u2019 Union (ICU-Ghana) on Thursday at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), Dr Pelpuo described workplace productivity as the \u201cbackbone of any successful economy\u201d and a critical driver of job creation and improved living standards.<\/p>\n

Speaking on the theme \u201cEnhancing Productivity at the Workplace: The Role of Social Partners,\u201d the Minister highlighted that Ghana has achieved moderate growth in labour productivity since 1991, surpassing the average performance of lower-middle-income countries but still behind upper-middle-income peers.<\/p>\n

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He noted that while productivity has seen gains in the mining sector, other industries with potential to generate decent jobs and drive technological modernisation continue to grow at a slower pace.<\/p>\n

\u201cGhana\u2019s labour market continues to be dominated by informality, unemployment and underemployment,\u201d Dr Pelpuo stated. \u201cThis reality underscores the need for social partners to step up efforts in fostering innovation, creativity, and efficiency at the workplace.\u201d<\/p>\n

He commended ICU-Ghana for its long-standing commitment to advancing workers\u2019 welfare and its proactive role in shaping national discourse on labour. \u201cYour tireless efforts continue to make a lasting impact on the lives of workers and the broader community,\u201d he said, adding that the union\u2019s legacy of advocacy and service was vital in promoting a fairer and more prosperous society.<\/p>\n

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Dr Pelpuo emphasised the role of employers in motivating and sustaining productivity through fair wages, benefits, training, and a supportive workplace culture. He stressed that fostering teamwork, promoting work-life balance, and prioritising social dialogue would be crucial in building positive work environments.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs we move forward, I urge all stakeholders to engage actively in social dialogue and collaboration. By prioritising open communication, mutual respect, and trust, we can unlock the full potential of our workforce and drive productivity, innovation, and growth.\u201d<\/p>\n

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The Minister expressed optimism about the future of the country\u2019s workplaces, stating that with strengthened partnerships between workers, employers, and government, the country could create \u201ca thriving work environment that is conducive to employee well-being, creativity, and productivity.\u201d<\/p>\n

The ICU-Ghana conference brought together delegates, labour leaders, and stakeholders to deliberate on issues shaping the world of work, as the union marked another milestone in its decades-long service to the Ghanaian workforce.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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