Databank Ghana's chief executive advocates for higher player compensation across the nation's football clubs. Kojo Addae Mensah recommends establishing a $200 monthly minimum wage for newcomers entering the Ghana Premier League. His proposal follows the Ghana Football Association's recent approval of standardized player contracts beginning with the 2025/26 season. The executive believes this modest figure represents a realistic target for professional football operations. He emphasizes that current domestic salaries remain inadequate compared to regional standards.
Mensah points to superior compensation packages offered by neighboring countries as evidence of Ghana's lagging position. Tanzanian Premier League athletes earn between $3,000 and $5,000 monthly while top performers receive $20,000. Ethiopian clubs pay players approximately $2,000 to $3,000 per month according to his research. These disparities explain why talented Ghanaian footballers seek opportunities abroad rather than remaining in local competitions. The businessman argues that financial reforms could help retain domestic talent and strengthen the country's football ecosystem.
Mensah points to superior compensation packages offered by neighboring countries as evidence of Ghana's lagging position. Tanzanian Premier League athletes earn between $3,000 and $5,000 monthly while top performers receive $20,000. Ethiopian clubs pay players approximately $2,000 to $3,000 per month according to his research. These disparities explain why talented Ghanaian footballers seek opportunities abroad rather than remaining in local competitions. The businessman argues that financial reforms could help retain domestic talent and strengthen the country's football ecosystem.
