Government Approves 2025 Salary Increase for Public Sector Workers on the Single Spine Salary Structure

2025 Salary Adjustment Announced for Public Service Institutions on the Single Spine Structure

The Government of Ghana has approved a 10% across-the-board salary increase for all public sector institutions under the Single Spine Salary Structure (SSSS). 

This follows the successful conclusion of negotiations on the 2025 base pay, as confirmed in a recent communication from the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission.

According to an official directive issued by the Controller and Accountant-General’s Department, the new salary structure, captured in Appendix A of the circular, takes effect from January 1, 2025. 

The adjustment aligns with the government's commitment to ensuring fair and sustainable remuneration for public service workers.

It’s important to note that despite the upward adjustment in base pay, the interim market premium for eligible personnel remains unchanged.

 In accordance with the Government’s White Paper on the implementation of the market premium, this benefit is to be calculated based on the 2012 Single Spine base salary, not the updated 2025 figures.

Institutions are therefore directed to implement the revised salary structure accordingly, ensuring that all eligible staff receive the updated rates as outlined.

This update reaffirms the government's intent to maintain equity and consistency in public sector compensation while safeguarding budgetary sustainability. 

What You Need to Know

Public sector workers under the Single Spine Salary Structure (SSSS) are set to receive a 10% salary increase, effective January 1, 2025. Here's a breakdown of what this means:

Salary Increase: A flat 10% pay rise will be applied across all public sector positions on the SSSS.

When It Starts: The new salary figures will be implemented starting January 1, 2025.

Institutional Action: All relevant institutions must revise their salary structures to incorporate the new adjustment.

Next Steps: The Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) will handle the necessary calculations to ensure payment is processed accurately.