The Government has approved a 9 percent salary increase for all public sector workers under the Single Spine Salary Structure (SSSS) for the 2026 fiscal year.
The National Tripartite Committee has also agreed to a 9 percent adjustment to the national daily minimum wage, which currently stands at GH₵19.97. The increment, therefore, pegs the new minimum wage at GH₵21.77, and it takes effect from January 1 to December 31, 2026.
The agreement, signed on November 9, 2025, between the Government—represented by the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) and the Ministry of Finance (MoF)—and Organized Labour, follows successful negotiations aimed at ensuring stability in the public sector.
Minister for Finance, Dr. Ato Forson, commended Organized Labour for their cooperation and patriotism, noting that the increment aligns with ongoing efforts to sustain Ghana’s economic recovery. He reiterated the government’s commitment to further reducing inflation and improving conditions of service for workers.
“The country has gone through difficult times with high inflation and interest rates, but today both indicators have declined. The government is working to further reduce inflation from the current 8 percent to ease the burden on Ghanaians,” he said.
He added that the government had pledged to stabilise the economy during the 2025 base pay negotiations and had delivered on that commitment.
“We will continue in that stead to ensure sustained stability,” he assured.
The Minister further stated that the Ministry of Finance, together with the FWSC, will continue to improve conditions of service for public sector workers, ensuring that all approved provisions are implemented.
Minister for Employment and Labour Relations, Dr. Rashid Pelpuo, applauded both sides for the constructive engagement that led to the agreement, emphasising the government’s dedication to maintaining labour satisfaction and economic stability.
The Chief Executive of Fair Wages and Salaries Commission, Dr. George Smith-Graham, thanked Organized Labour for being part of the country’s economic recovery.
Organized Labour, he said, has made significant sacrifices to help keep the economy stable, and “we are all seeing the benefits of these efforts.”
The Secretary-General of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), Joshua Ansah, acknowledged labour’s sacrifices in accepting the 9 percent increase while urging the government to avoid new taxes or tariff hikes that could erode its value.
Mr. Ansah also urged the government to honour all commitments made during the negotiations to protect workers’ welfare
