Can you live on ₵21.77 minimum wage? Here’s a smart budget plan
The National Tripartite Committee (NTC) has increased Ghana's National Daily Minimum Wage (NDMW) by 9% to GH₵21.77, effective January 1, 2026, aiming to ease the burden of rising living costs. The article emphasizes the importance of strategic financial planning for workers earning this wage, particularly in managing daily food expenses. It provides a practical guide, suggesting affordable and nutritious meal options within a GH₵21 budget: Hausa Koko (millet porridge) with groundnuts and "koose" for breakfast (GH₵6), Sobolo drink for lunch (GH₵5), and Fante Kenkey with fried fish and water for dinner (GH₵10).
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Verified on Nov 12, 2025