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Public Sector Salary Negotiations Set to Begin for 2025 – Why the Delay?

Public Sector Salary Negotiations Set to Begin for 2025 – Why the Delay?

The much-anticipated 2025 salary and minimum wage negotiations for public sector workers are finally set to begin, but why has there been a delay?

The Trades Union Congress (TUC) recently announced plans to engage President Mahama and his appointees in discussions about the 2025 base pay and minimum wage. In an exclusive interview with 3News’ labour affairs correspondent, TUC Secretary General Joshua Ansah revealed that Organized Labour and the previous government failed to kick-start the negotiations in time, despite official communications to the Minister of Employment and Labour Relations.

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Key Highlights from the TUC

Mr. Ansah assured workers that the delay does not indicate a lack of action. He stated:

“The President was just sworn in last week. We are working behind the scenes and very soon, we will come out. We will meet, discuss, and write appropriately on the minimum wage and base pay. Workers must rest assured.”

The TUC has also reminded President Mahama of his commitment to improving workers’ welfare, emphasizing that fair wages are critical to their productivity.


Challenges Facing Salary Negotiations

Historically, outgoing administrations announce salary increments before their tenure ends, but such promises sometimes fail to materialize. For 2025, workers are anxious to hear concrete outcomes, especially given:

  • Rising inflation: The current economic situation erodes purchasing power, making a significant increment necessary.
  • Lack of sector ministers: The new government has yet to appoint its key ministers, further slowing the process.
  • Exchange rate issues: Last year’s increment of 23% plus an additional 2% was overshadowed by surging inflation and skyrocketing exchange rates. This led to calls from some sectors to peg salaries against the dollar.

Worker Expectations for 2025

Employees are hopeful that these negotiations will bring relief. With inflation driving up living costs, an effective salary increment could significantly improve affordability and morale. Negotiations typically set January as the effective date, so a timely agreement is critical.

Workers are counting on the new government and the TUC to ensure tangible progress this year. As discussions unfold, stakeholders remain optimistic for fair and sustainable outcomes.

Let’s hope 2025 brings long-awaited relief to Ghanaian workers.


Peter

Peter N. Djangmah is a multifaceted individual with a passion for education, entrepreneurship, and blogging. With a firm belief in the power of digital education and science, I am affectionately known as the Private Minister of Information. Connect with me

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