Gross salary of 80% of public sector employees less than GHS 3000
A recent report by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has highlighted the income disparities within the country’s public sector workforce.
According to the report, a staggering 80% of public sector employees earn less than GH₵3000, which is considered a low income in Ghana.
The report, titled Ghana 2022 Earnings: Inequality in the Public Sector, analysed the earnings of the 688,000 people employed by the government.
Out of the total number of government employees, 533,179 of them earn less than GH₵3000, indicating a stark inequality in the distribution of income within the sector.
The report also revealed that 104,349 people earn between GH₵3000 to GH₵4999, while 20,606 persons earn between GH₵5000 to GH₵9999. Only a small proportion of public sector employees, comprising 6,225 people, earn over GH₵10,000.
The report’s findings are concerning and raise questions about the living standards of a large segment of Ghana’s public sector workforce.
With such a high proportion of employees earning low incomes, it is likely that many of them face challenges in meeting their basic needs and maintaining a decent standard of living. This, in turn, could have significant implications for their health, well-being, and job satisfaction.
The report sheds light on the distribution of income within the public sector and the potential consequences of income disparities. A small number of employees earning higher incomes may experience higher levels of job satisfaction and motivation, which could have a positive impact on their performance and productivity.
However, a large number of employees earning low incomes may experience demotivation and dissatisfaction, leading to reduced performance and productivity.
The findings of the report underscore the importance of addressing income inequality within the public sector. Policymakers and employers need to consider ways to ensure fair and equitable compensation for all employees, regardless of their job role or level.
This may involve revising salary structures, providing training and skills development opportunities, or exploring other forms of employee benefits to improve the livelihoods of public sector workers.
It is essential to address these inequalities to improve the lives of public sector employees and ensure fair and equitable compensation for all.
