While heralded as a step toward addressing public sector remuneration challenges, the initiative has reignited debates over wage reforms, policy continuity, and credit attribution between successive administrations. “Nurses, midwives, and physician assistants will receive US$50 monthly salary increases, while other health workers will see increases ranging from US$25 to US$40, based on their roles,” he said. “A $3 million allocation in the draft budget will ensure these educators are paid according to their qualifications,” Minister Ngafuan noted. “This measure is part of the government’s broader strategy to address pay disparities in the health sector,” Ngafuan said. The Legacy of HarmonizationTweah stated that the CDC government’s “harmonization” policy, implemented to address inconsistencies in the public sector wage structure, remains a contentious topic.

Source: Front Page Africa November 20, 2024 14:53 UTC