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The National Tripartite Committee (NTC) has announced a 10% increase in Ghana’s National Daily Minimum Wage (NDMW) for 2025, raising the rate to GH₵19.97. The decision was reached during a meeting held in Accra on Thursday, February 20, 2025.
According to a communique issued by the NTC, the Base Pay on the Single Spine Salary Structure (SSSS) has also been increased by 10% for the period from January to December 2025.
The adjustment aims to provide fair compensation for workers while maintaining economic stability and business sustainability. All establishments, institutions, and organizations are required to comply with the new wage policy.
Announcing the increase, Abdul-Rashid Pelpuo stated:
“There has been an increase in the national daily minimum wage by 10% over the 2024 rate, translating into a new minimum wage of GH₵19.97. The effective date for implementation is March 1, 2025, and all institutions paying below this rate must adjust accordingly.”
The 2024 minimum wage stood at GH₵18.15, having increased from GH₵14.88 in 2023. In addition, over 700,000 public servants in Ghana received a 15% salary increase in 2024.
Negotiations for the 2025 minimum wage and base pay were delayed under the previous government, but the latest adjustment seeks to address concerns over fair worker compensation.
