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Labour Federation COSATU has proposed that the national minimum wage be increased in 2025 by the average inflation rate plus 3%.

The current national minimum wage is R27,58 per hour. COSATU says an increase above inflation will help reduce inequality and poverty. The General Industries Workers Union of South Africa has called for an increase to R15 000 per month of the minimum wage. It says this is necessitated by the rising cost of living.

Compliance with labour laws remains a concern with unions saying the department needs to improve its monitoring.

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