The Minister of Labour, Jobs, and Employment, Dr Abdul Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, has reaffirmed the government of Ghana’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO) to address key labour issues and promote decent work in Ghana.

Dr Pelpuo made the remarks during a courtesy call on him in Accra by Dr Vanessa Phala-Moyo, Country Director for the ILO Office covering Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Liberia, and the ECOWAS Liaison Office.

Dr Pelpuo highlighted the longstanding partnership between Ghana and the ILO. He commended the ILO for its role in improving labour conditions and aligning Ghana’s labour policies with international standards.

The Ministry in a statement copied to the Ghana News Agency said the Minister outlined critical areas where the ILO’s support would be instrumental, including finalizing the Labour Bill, 2024 to ensure a comprehensive legal framework for labour relations and reviewing the National Employment Policy to reflect current labour market realities.

Others are interventions to eradicate child labour and ensure the protection of vulnerable workers and ratification of key labour conventions to strengthen Ghana’s commitment to global labour standards.

Dr Phala-Moyo, who was accompanied by National Project Officers overseeing various ILO interventions in Ghana, briefed the Minister on ongoing projects and areas for future collaboration.

Discussions centered on the finalization of the Labour Bill, 2024, the development of Decent Work Country Programme III, the elimination of child labour, and strengthening Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions.

Other key topics included Ghana’s participation in fair trade dialogue, the promotion of occupational safety and health (OSH), and the enhancement of labour rights and working conditions.

Dr Pelpuo emphasized the Ministry’s commitment to fostering a labour-friendly environment that promotes job creation and economic growth.

He welcomed continuous collaboration with the ILO and expressed optimism that the partnership would be impactful for workers and employers across the country.