Topics List

Chapter Name: National Minimum Wage Act, 2018

Description:Introduces a legally binding minimum wage applicable to all employees, with limited exceptions.

Purpuse:To prevent exploitation of workers by enforcing fair wages across sectors.

Rational:Promotes social equity and enhances the dignity of work, especially in low-income sectors.

Chapters Topics

Objective of the Act

This topic explains the goals and objectives of the National Minimum Wage Act, 2018, including the purpose of setting a national minimum wage to ensure a fair standard of living for all workers in South Africa.

National Minimum Wage

This topic outlines the specific minimum wage established by the Act, how it is determined, and the rationale behind the wage level. It discusses the application of the wage across different sectors and its intended effects on poverty and inequality.

Establishment of the National Minimum Wage Commission

This topic explains the establishment of the National Minimum Wage Commission, its role in advising the government on wage adjustments, and the process of reviewing and setting the national minimum wage.

Exemptions and Regulations

This topic focuses on the exemptions and regulations that apply under the National Minimum Wage Act, such as industries or categories of workers that may be excluded from the minimum wage requirements.