Alright, let’s tackle this. The user wants me to rewrite the provided article about South Africa’s National Minimum Wage (NMW) for 2025 in a professional, natural, and clean format using simple South African English.
First, I need to ensure the lead paragraph answers who, what, when, where, and why. The original mentions the NMW is R28.79 per hour starting March 1, 2025, a 4.2% increase from 2024. I’ll structure that clearly.
Next, the user wants short paragraphs and sentences. I’ll break down the information into digestible parts. For example, the daily, weekly, and monthly calculations can be in bullet points for clarity.
The article includes sector-specific wages, which can be presented in a table for better readability. I’ll need to make sure tables are simple and not styled, as per the guidelines.
I should maintain the exact quotes and terms from the original, like “labour.gov.za” and specific sector names. The tone should be neutral and respectful, avoiding any sensational language.
The exemptions section needs to be clear and concise, listing who the NMW doesn’t apply to. Finally, a closing paragraph with a call to action directing readers to the Department of Labour’s website for more details.
I’ll double-check that all HTML tags are plain and no unnecessary metadata is included. The final output should be a clean, well-structured HTML span with headings, content paragraphs, tables, and a closing call to action.
South Africa’s 2025 National Minimum Wage (NMW)
South Africa’s national minimum wage will increase to R28.79 per ordinary working hour from 1 March 2025, a 4.2% rise from the 2024 rate of R27.58. This legally binding wage applies to most workers, though some sectors have higher minimums set through bargaining councils or sectoral determinations. No employer may pay below this rate, even with worker consent.
2025 Minimum Wage Calculations
The new hourly rate translates to:
- Daily: R230.32 (based on 8-hour day)
- Weekly: R1,295.55 (based on 45-hour week)
- Monthly: R5,613.62 (based on approximately 195 hours)
Allowances, bonuses and payments in kind do not count towards meeting NMW requirements.
Sector-Specific Minimum Wages
These sectors have special minimum wage arrangements for 2025:
| Sector | Hourly Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| General Workers (National) | R28.79 | Applies where no sectoral determination exists |
| Farm Workers | R28.79 | Aligned with NMW since 2022 |
| Domestic Workers | R28.79 | Aligned with NMW since 2022 |
| EPWP Participants | R15.83 | Special rate for public works programmes |
Wholesale and Retail Sector Wages
This sector uses area-based rates (A=urban/metro, B=other areas):
| Job Role | Area A Rate | Area B Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Cashier | R31.85 | R28.79 |
| Sales Assistant | R37.49 | R33.03 |
| Driver (<3500kg) | R28.79 | R28.79 |
Who Is Exempt?
The NMW does not apply to:
- South African National Defence Force members
- Freelance investigators
- Volunteers
Learners under learnership agreements follow separate remuneration schedules.
More Information
For full details including compliance procedures and sectoral determinations:
Visit the Department of Labour website at www.labour.gov.za or contact their offices directly. Wage rates are reviewed annually.
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