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List of the minimum wage for some African countries along with brief economic context for each:

Katsina City News
05 Jun, 2024
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1. South Africa

- Minimum Wage: ZAR 23.19 per hour (approx. USD 1.22 per hour) as of 2023.

- Economic Context: South Africa has the second-largest economy in Africa. It faces challenges such as high unemployment rates, economic inequality, and slow economic growth.

2. Nigeria

- Minimum Wage: NGN 30,000 per month (approx. USD 65 per month) as of 2019.

- Economic Context: Nigeria has the largest economy in Africa, driven by oil exports. The country struggles with issues like inflation, unemployment, and poverty.

3. Kenya

- Minimum Wage: Varies by region and occupation, ranging from KES 13,572 to KES 18,527 per month (approx. USD 125 to USD 170 per month) as of 2023.

- Economic Context: Kenya's economy is diverse, with agriculture, manufacturing, and services sectors. It faces challenges such as high public debt and unemployment.

4. Ghana

- Minimum Wage: GHS 14.88 per day (approx. USD 1.32 per day) as of 2023.

- Economic Context: Ghana's economy relies on gold, cocoa, and oil exports. It has been experiencing steady growth but faces challenges like inflation and fiscal deficits.

5. Ethiopia

- Minimum Wage: No national minimum wage, but there are sector-specific minimum wages, such as ETB 600 for public sector workers (approx. USD 11 per month).

- Economic Context: Ethiopia has one of the fastest-growing economies in Africa, driven by agriculture and services. However, it faces challenges such as political instability and poverty.

6. Egypt

- Minimum Wage: EGP 2,700 per month (approx. USD 88 per month) as of 2023.

- Economic Context: Egypt's economy is diverse, with strong sectors in tourism, agriculture, and manufacturing. The country faces economic challenges like high inflation and unemployment.

7. Morocco

- Minimum Wage: MAD 2,570 per month for non-agricultural workers and MAD 1,662 per month for agricultural workers (approx. USD 252 and USD 163 per month) as of 2023.

- Economic Context: Morocco's economy is relatively stable, with key sectors including agriculture, mining, and tourism. It faces challenges such as high youth unemployment and economic inequality.

8. Tanzania

- Minimum Wage: Varies by sector, ranging from TZS 100,000 to TZS 400,000 per month (approx. USD 40 to USD 160 per month) as of 2023.

- Economic Context: Tanzania's economy is primarily based on agriculture, mining, and tourism. The country faces challenges like poverty, infrastructure development, and health issues.

9. Uganda

- Minimum Wage: No national minimum wage; discussions ongoing.

- Economic Context: Uganda's economy is largely agricultural, with coffee as a major export. It faces challenges such as poverty, inadequate infrastructure, and political instability.

10. Algeria

- Minimum Wage: DZD 20,000 per month (approx. USD 145 per month) as of 2023.

- Economic Context: Algeria's economy heavily depends on oil and gas exports. The country faces challenges like unemployment, inflation, and economic diversification.

These figures can change due to inflation, government policies, and economic conditions, so it's always good to check for the most current data.