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Minimum wage in Ghana 2026

The National Daily Minimum Wage for 2026 is GH₵21.77, a 9% increase over 2025, set by the National Tripartite Committee.

Enter the days you work to see the monthly equivalent, or your own daily wage to compare.

How it's calculated

The monthly figure is the daily minimum wage times the days you work in the month.

An example

Working 26 days a month at GH₵21.77 a day comes to GH₵566.02.

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum wage in Ghana for 2026?

GH₵21.77 a day from 1 January 2026, agreed by the National Tripartite Committee on 9 November 2025.

Who sets the minimum wage?

The National Tripartite Committee of government, employers and organised labour, under section 113 of the Labour Act, 2003 (Act 651).

What happens if an employer pays less?

Establishments paying below the new rate had to adjust from 1 January 2026. Those that flout it can be sanctioned under the law.

Key terms

NTC: National Tripartite Committee, with members from government, employers and organised labour.

Up-to-date official data

Data checked against the official source on 18 October 2026.

We check the official sources automatically, every day.

Fair Wages and Salaries CommissionCommunique by the National Tripartite Committee on the 2026 National Daily Minimum Wage

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