National Minimum Wage Increases From 1 March 2025 As New Rates Take Effect

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National Minimum Wage Increases From 1 March 2025 As New Rates Take Effect

The national minimum wage will increase from ZAR 27,58 to ZAR 28,79 per ordinary hour worked, effective 1 March 2025. This reflects an increase of approximately 4.38%, which is slightly below the recommendation made by the National Minimum Wage Commission which proposed aligning increases with the Consumer Price Index plus 1.5%. The following sector-specific minimum wage rates will apply: Workers engaged in Expanded Public Works Programmes: Min…