Ghana President’s Salary: Latest Updates
Have you ever wondered how much Ghana’s president earns? We’ve gathered the most recent information from official sources—news reports, interviews, press releases, and public statements—to give you a clear picture.
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President Mahama’s Current Salary Status
Interestingly, President Mahama is not yet receiving a salary. He has publicly stated that CAGD hasn’t paid him yet. Like all government employees, his salary is processed by the Controller and Accountant General’s Department (CAGD), and the procedure takes time.
In a notable act of generosity, President Mahama announced that he would donate his first six months’ salary to a healthcare initiative called “Mahama Care.”
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How Government Salaries Work
If you’ve ever worked in Ghana’s public sector, you’ll understand the process:
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Submission of details to the payroll office.
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CAGD verification, including biometric data and staff ID generation.
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Validation before the first salary is paid.
This process can take weeks or even months. Even former employees returning to service may face delays—some get their old staff ID reassigned, while others receive new ones.
Thankfully, the system has improved with the Ghana Card, which speeds up biometric verification. But until everything is finalized, payments are put on hold—yes, even for the president.
How Much Does Ghana’s President Earn?
The last confirmed figure was from when President Akufo-Addo’s salary was GH₵60,000 per month. However, adjustments may have been made since then.
As at 2018 it was GHC 29,000.00
Presidential Pensions & Retirement Benefits
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Presidents retire on their salary—meaning their pension is calculated based on their earnings while in office.
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Under Article 68 of Ghana’s Constitution, former presidents and vice presidents receive lifelong pensions.
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Members of Parliament (MPs), however, do not enjoy the same pension benefits.
Tax Exemptions & Additional Perks
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Presidents are tax-exempt—they don’t pay taxes unless they choose to.
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Retired presidents enjoy benefits such as:
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Housing or housing allowance
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Lifetime security detail
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Full medical coverage
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Official vehicles
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And other privileges
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Serving as president comes with significant responsibilities—and perks. But as President Mahama’s case shows, even the nation’s leader must wait for due process before receiving a paycheck.
What do you think about presidential salaries and benefits? Should former leaders continue to receive such extensive perks?
Let us know in the comments!
