About Us

Who We Are

UNIWA Ghana was founded to provide a unified and strong voice for workers in the informal sector. We represent diverse trades and professions across Ghana, ensuring their rights are upheld and their contributions to the economy are recognized.

Our membership is made up of vibrant associations, including:

1. Ga East Traders Union (GETU)
2. Tema Station Traders Association (TSTA)
3. Odwana Market Traders Association (OMTA)
4. Domestic Workers Services Union (DSWU)
5. Indigenous Caterers of Ghana (ICG)
6. Shop Owners and Vendors Association of Ghana (SOAVA-GH)
7. Glazers Association of Ghana (GAG)
8. Aluminum and Fabricators Association of Ghana (ALUFAG)
9. United Petty Traders Association (UPTA)
10. Informal Hawkers and Vendors Association of Ghana (IHVAG)
11. Ghana Porters Association (GPA)
12. Ghana Union of Physically Disabled Workers (GUPDW)
13. Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA)
14. Ghana Actors Guild (GAG)
15. United Caterers of Ghana (UCG)
16. WACAM
17. New Markola Market Traders Union (NMTU)
18. Greater Accra Tomato Traders Association (GATTA)
19. Afia Kobi Market Traders Association (AKMTA)
20. United Spare Parts Association (USPA)
21. Kpone Market Traders Association (KMTA)

Our work spans advocacy, education, and policy reform to create a fair and inclusive system for informal workers. We are committed to addressing challenges such as lack of social protection, limited access to financial resources, and workplace vulnerabilities.