The National Tripartite Committee has commenced negotiations to determine the 2025 Minimum Wage in Ghana.
The discussions, which began on Monday, February 3, 2025, mark a critical step in setting wage standards for the upcoming financial year.
Following the conclusion of the minimum wage negotiations, discussions on base pay for public sector salaries will commence.
However, both processes are behind schedule, having missed the original deadline of April 2024 as stipulated in the Public Financial Management (PFM) Act.
The delay has raised concerns about its potential impact on the 2025 Budget planning process.
Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the Acting Spokesperson to the President, emphasized the importance of completing the negotiations promptly. “It’s essential to provide necessary financial guidelines for the upcoming fiscal year,” he said.
The Government is urging social partners, including employers and organised labour, to expedite discussions and ensure a timely resolution.
With the negotiations underway, all eyes are on the committee to deliver a fair and timely outcome for Ghanaian workers.