A photo of a Ghana Premier League game
In a bid to enhance player welfare, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has introduced minimum monthly salary for professional footballers in the Ghana Premier League, Division One League, and the Women’s Premier League.
The association indicated that the move forms part of their efforts to improve the well-being of footballers in the country and safeguard them from being underpaid.
This follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Professional Footballers Association of Ghana (PFAG) during the 31st Ordinary Congress.
The minimum net salary for Ghana Premier League players is GH¢1,500; the Division One League net salary is GH¢700, with the same amount applying to the Women’s Premier League.
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The new policy has already been rolled out and applies to all contracts that will be signed in the upcoming season.
However, for players under existing contracts, it will take effect from the 2026/2027 season.
Speaking on the policy, GFA president, Kurt Okraku noted that his administration is committed to improving the financial standards for players to enhance local competitions.
He stressed that they would continue to come up with measures that will make local football more attractive.
“This decision reflects our firm commitment to protecting the welfare of our footballers and ensuring they are rewarded fairly for their talent and hard work.
“By introducing minimum salaries, we are raising standards in our leagues, strengthening the value of the Ghanaian game, and creating a more professional and sustainable future for our players and clubs alike,” he said, as shared by ghanafa.org.
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