NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE
The national minimum wage (NMW), will increase with effect from 1 March 2025. There will also be an increase of the minimum wage in certain specified sectors.
R28,79 per hour
The minimum wage of R27,58 per hour will increase to R28,79 per hour (an increase of approximately 4,4%). The new minimum wage sets a new baseline across all sectors, with a few exceptions.
Farm Workers and Domestic Workers
The minimum rate for farm workers and domestic workers remain on par with the NMW at R28,79 per hour.