Namibia: Understanding the New Minimum Wage

A Wage Order was published this month under the authority of the Labour Act 11 of 2007, setting a new minimum wage for all employees. Here is a look at the details.

How much is the minimum wage?

N$18 an hour.

When does it take effect?

In general, as of 1 January 2025 – but it will be phased in gradually over the next three years for domestic workers (which includes child-caregivers, cooks, drivers, gardeners and housekeepers) and agricultural workers (which includes anyone working for an…