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Checkout How Much Ghana's Millitary Personnel Is Paid Monthly Including Other Benefits

Thu, 5 Dec 2024 Source: Eric Afatsao

In Ghana, military salaries vary by rank, with structured pay scales reflecting responsibilities and experience. Entry-level positions, such as recruits, reportedly earn around 1,000–1,500 Ghanaian Cedis monthly.




Enlisted soldiers, depending on rank, may earn up to 3,000 GHC, while junior officers start at 3,500–4,000 GHC monthly. Higher-ranking officers, like Colonels and Brigadier Generals, may earn significantly more, with salaries for the highest officers like Generals estimated at around 9,000 GHC per month.

Aside from base pay, Ghana Armed Forces personnel receive various benefits. These include housing allowances, health benefits, and hazard pay, especially for deployments in conflict zones or peacekeeping missions.

Military members may also be eligible for allowances covering uniforms, transportation, and food during service duties.


While these figures provide insight into military pay, exact salaries are typically classified, with annual adjustments based on budget allocations.

Additionally, Ghanaian military members benefit from career advancement programs, skill-based training, and other non-monetary incentives aimed at enhancing career growth and service readiness.

Source: Eric Afatsao