Jan 5, 2026 1 min read

South Africa: National Minimum Wage Commission Recommendation for 2026 Increase (effective 1 Mar)

The Department of Employment and Labour posts the NMW Commission recommendation that the 2026 minimum wage be adjusted by CPI plus 1.5%, and notes the new minimum wage takes effect 1 Mar.

Effective Date

Impact

  • Upcoming minimum wage uplift affects wage floors and downstream pay calculations.

Payroll action

Department of Labour

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