Poll Question: Do you think the new minimum wage increase is enough?

According to The Citizen, South Africa’s national minimum wage will increase from R27.58 to R28.79 per hour, effective 1 March, as announced by the Minister of Employment and Labour, Nomakhosazana Meth. This increase applies to domestic workers and farm workers, while employees in the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) will receive a 67-cent increase, bringing their hourly rate to R15.83. Cleaners working for certain municipalities, including Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Tshwane, must be paid at least R31.69 per hour. Learnership programs also have new tiered minimum allowances, ranging from R433.33 to R2,527.66 per week, depending on the level. Employers struggling to meet the new wage requirements can apply for exemptions through the Department of Employment and Labour, but they must provide financial records and proof of consultation with employees. If granted, a copy of the exemption certificate must be displayed in the workplace. Otherwise, all employers must comply with the new rates starting 1 March.

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