President Mahama Leads 2025 Minimum Wage Negotiations to Support Workers
President Mahama Leads 2025 Minimum Wage Negotiations to Support Workers
By Eric Woode | February 4, 2025
In a significant move to improve the livelihoods of Ghanaian workers, President John Dramani Mahama has initiated long-overdue wage negotiations. The National Tripartite Committee, made up of representatives from the government, employers, and organized labour, officially began discussions on the 2025 National Minimum Wage on Monday, February 3, 2025.
This development comes as a relief to many public sector workers who have been eagerly awaiting salary adjustments to match the rising cost of living. According to government sources, discussions on base pay for public sector salaries will begin immediately after the minimum wage negotiations are completed.
Under the Public Financial Management (PFM) Act, these wage negotiations were originally expected to be completed by April 2024. However, delays have pushed discussions into 2025, creating frustration among workers and labour unions.
Recognizing the urgency of the matter, the government is urging all parties involved to act swiftly.
“Government is calling on social partners (government, employers, and organized labour) to work expeditiously to complete the negotiations in time to inform the 2025 Budget,” said Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Acting Spokesperson to the President.
For many government employees struggling with economic challenges, this move by President Mahama brings renewed hope. Labour unions have consistently advocated for higher salaries to help workers cope with the rising cost of goods and services.
Workers are hopeful that the new wage structure will not only increase salaries but also lead to improved working conditions and greater financial security.
While workers anticipate wage increases, employers—especially in the private sector—are assessing the economic implications. Businesses must balance fair wages with long-term sustainability, ensuring they can continue operations without financial strain.
The government is expected to strike a balance between economic stability and worker welfare, ensuring that the final wage agreements benefit both employees and businesses.
The Tripartite Committee will continue discussions over the coming weeks, aiming to finalize the new wage structure before the 2025 Budget is completed. If negotiations proceed smoothly, government workers can expect positive salary adjustments in the near future.
With President Mahama’s leadership in addressing workers’ concerns, expectations are high. Many Ghanaians are keenly watching how the negotiations unfold and what benefits they will bring to the workforce.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.