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Minimum Wage of N$18 per Hour Now Enforced Across All Employment Sectors in Namibia


Justice and Labour Relations Minister Fillemon Wise Immanuel
Justice and Labour Relations Minister Fillemon Wise Immanuel

The national minimum wage of N$18 per hour is now officially applicable across all categories of employment in Namibia. Although this standard was introduced some time ago, many employers, especially in certain industries, had not been fully adhering to it.

Justice and Labour Relations Minister Fillemon Wise Immanuel confirmed on Friday that the government is reinforcing the rule to ensure uniform compliance. The N$18 hourly rate is intended to guarantee workers fair pay and to close the gap in wage disparities across sectors.

Despite its universal application, not every industry will adopt the full rate immediately. The agriculture, security, and domestic work sectors have been granted a phased adjustment plan, with wage increases required by 1 January 2025 and 1 January 2026. By 1 January 2027, employees in these sectors are expected to reach the full N$18 per hour threshold.

Minister Immanuel emphasized that the gradual rollout is meant to give employers in vulnerable sectors time to adapt without risking job losses, while still ensuring workers are not excluded from fair wage improvements. “This policy balances the protection of livelihoods with the sustainability of businesses,” he said.

Labour unions have long argued that failure to enforce the minimum wage left many workers underpaid despite clear legislation. The renewed emphasis on compliance is seen as a victory for workers’ rights, though challenges remain in monitoring and ensuring that all employers follow the law.

Experts suggest that once fully implemented across all sectors, the minimum wage will not only improve workers’ living standards but also encourage greater productivity and stability in the labour market. However, they caution that businesses, especially small enterprises, may require support to meet the new obligations without cutting jobs.

With the 2027 deadline in place, Namibia is moving toward a unified minimum wage system that promises stronger protection for employees and a clearer framework for employers.

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