Fair Wages Boss Proposes Hourly Pay System to Boost Casual Worker Incomes

A Call for Equity in Labour Compensation

The Chief Executive Officer of the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC), Benjamin Arthur, has proposed the adoption of an hourly wage system as a sustainable way to improve the earnings of casual workers across Ghana. Speaking at a recent labour forum, Arthur emphasized that the current flat-rate payment model often leaves casual workers underpaid for the value they contribute.

He argued that transitioning to an hourly system would help ensure fairness, transparency, and better income security for temporary and contract workers—many of whom operate in precarious conditions with little protection or consistency in pay.

Addressing Labour Market Inequalities

“Casual workers are some of the most vulnerable in the labour market, yet they play vital roles in various sectors,” Arthur noted. “An hourly wage system ensures they are compensated fairly for every hour worked, just like their full-time counterparts.”

The proposal has sparked discussions among policymakers, employers, and labour unions, especially in light of Ghana’s growing informal sector and the need for labour reforms that align with global standards. Analysts believe that implementing such a system could increase productivity, reduce exploitation, and close the income gap.

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