Background: The PAPNG Welfare Scheme was established in November 2025 by Mr. Ebenezer Sarpong, the National President, and became operational in January 2026. Purpose: The primary objective of this Scheme is to enhance the welfare of its members by providing timely financial assistance during bereavement, significant illness, and upon retirement.
Funding: Membership in the Scheme is entirely free for all members. It is financed through ten percent of the membership dues.
Governance:
The Welfare Scheme shall be governed by a five-member Welfare Committee, elected from among the membership. The Committee shall consist of the following positions:
(a) Chairperson
(b) Vice-Chairperson
(c) General Secretary
(d) Treasurer/Financial Secretary
(e) One additional member
Benefits:
Bereavement:
Funeral donations shall be disbursed to the bereaved as follows:
(1) Death of a Member: GHS 1,000.00
(2) Death of a Spouse: GHS 500.00
(3) Death of a Parent: GHS 500.00
Health:
Medical subsidies shall be provided for illnesses not covered by the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), with members receiving a subsidy ranging from GHS 100.00 to GHS 1,000.00, determined by the severity and associated costs as assessed by the Committee.
In cases of severe illness or accident, a member shall receive a payment between GHS 1,000.00 and GHS 3,000.00.
Disaster Relief Support:
Depending on the severity of the disaster, members shall receive financial assistance ranging from GHS 500.00 to GHS 3,000.00.
Retirement:
The benefit amount for retirement shall range from GHS 2,000.00 to GHS 3,000.00.