- The Ghana Football Association has introduced a mandatory minimum salary for players in the Ghana Premier League, Division One League, and the Women’s Premier League.
- Premier League players will earn at least GH¢1,500 monthly, while Division One and Women’s League players are guaranteed GH¢700.
- The policy applies to new contracts immediately and will extend to existing contracts from the 2026/2027 season.
- The initiative is part of a broader push to improve player welfare and professionalize domestic football.
Footballers across Ghana’s top leagues will now receive guaranteed monthly salaries under a new policy designed to improve working conditions and prevent underpayment. The Ghana Football Association has rolled out a salary structure that sets a financial baseline for players in the Ghana Premier League, Division One League, and the Women’s Premier League.
Under the new framework, Premier League players will earn no less than GH¢1,500 per month. Players in Division One and the Women’s League will receive a minimum of GH¢700. The policy takes immediate effect for all new contracts signed ahead of the upcoming season. For players already under contract, the new salary standards will be enforced starting from the 2026/2027 season.
The initiative is part of a broader effort to professionalize Ghanaian football and ensure athletes are fairly compensated for their contributions. By introducing minimum pay, the association aims to boost morale, retain talent, and encourage clubs to invest in long-term development.
This reform marks a turning point for local football, where players are no longer expected to sacrifice basic income for the love of the game. Instead, the system now promises a more stable and dignified career path for those who represent the sport at home.
