South Africa's 2025 minimum wage rises to R28.79/hr on March 1, aiming for equity but posing challenges for businesses.

On 1 March 2024, South Africa's NMW increases to R27.58, forcing tough decisions as employers navigate legal compliance and worker welfare.

South Africa's National Minimum Wage increases by 8.5% from 1 March 2024, affecting over six million workers and setting new pay standards.

South African employers are expected to increase wages by an average of 6.1% in 2024, driven by inflation and a competitive labour market.

Learn how the 2021 National Minimum Wage increases impact employers, from general workers to domestic and farm worker wage adjustments.

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