Ghana Dialogues On Gig Workers’ Rights Following ILO Convention 193

Ghana has initiated a national dialogue on the rights of gig workers following the adoption of the ILO Convention on Decent Work in the Platform Economy, 2026 (No. 193).

The Ministry of Labour, Jobs and Employment convened key stakeholders for a high-level workshop aimed at advancing fair working conditions within the country’s rapidly growing platform economy.

The one-day capacity-building event brought together representatives from the International Labour Organisation (ILO), trade unions, employers’ associations and various government agencies to discuss implementation and future ratification of the Convention.

Delivering the opening remarks, the Chief Director of the Ministry, Mr Hamidu Adakurugu, said digital platforms in sectors such as ride-hailing and delivery services present both opportunities and challenges.

“Digital technologies are transforming not only how businesses operate, but also how people find work, perform work and earn their livelihoods,” he noted, adding that while the sector drives employment and innovation, it raises critical questions regarding workers’ rights, social protection and working conditions.

He said the workshop will serve as a catalyst for a broader national conversation on integrating platform workers into Ghana’s existing labour protections, stressing that long-term social dialogue among government, employers and labour groups will be essential to balancing technological innovation with worker dignity.

“Our objective should ultimately be to ensure that technological advancement and innovation go hand in hand with fairness, dignity, protection and opportunity for all,” Mr Adakurugu stated, acknowledging the ILO for its continued technical assistance to Ghana.

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