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Africa-Press – Namibia. <\/strong><\/span>The Namibian Employers Federation (NEF) have expressed substantial concerns regarding the recently announced National Minimum Wage (NMW) of N$18 per hour, set to be implemented from 1 January 2025.<\/p>\n

The move has been criticised as premature and unilateral, with calls for a more consultative approach.<\/p>\n

Elia Shikongo, the president of the NEF, expressed disappointment over the introduction of the NMW, calling it a hasty decision by the Minister of Labour, Industrial Relations and Employment Creation, Uutoni Nujoma.<\/p>\n

Shikongo argued that the wage order should be reversed and stressed the need for further deliberations.<\/p>\n

He pointed out that the NEF\u2019s submission on the matter had not been adequately considered.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe issuance of a wage order by the Minister is seen as premature and unilateral. We believe this decision requires broader social dialogue and a legislative process involving both houses of parliament,\u201d Shikongo said in a statement.<\/p>\n

He called for the drafting of a bill that would undergo an effective process of tripartite consultations and negotiations before being tabled in Parliament.<\/p>\n

The NEF\u2019s stance was preceded by a similar objection from the Agricultural Employers Association (AEA) earlier this week.<\/p>\n

Danie van Vuuren, principal officer of the AEA, described the wage order as unfeasible and warned of its severe impact on the agricultural sector.<\/p>\n

Van Vuuren highlighted the drastic phased increases in wages, which are set to rise from the current N$6 per hour to N$18 per hour over three years.<\/p>\n

He argued that such significant hikes are unaffordable, especially during the current severe drought conditions, which have led to a State of Emergency declared by President Nangolo Mbumba.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Labour Ministry\u2019s model, which phases in the wage increase over three years, with drastic hikes, is simply unaffordable,\u201d Van Vuuren stated.<\/p>\n

He added that implementing these increases during the worst drought in a century is shortsighted and could exacerbate the challenges faced by the agricultural community.<\/p>\n

The AEA has called for an urgent discussion with the Labour Ministry and other stakeholders within the Namibia Agricultural Labour Forum (NALF) to address these concerns.<\/p>\n

Van Vuuren warned that the proposed wage increases could lead to job losses and hinder economic growth within the agricultural sector.<\/p>\n

He emphasised the need for a balanced approach that considers the unique aspects of agricultural employment and the current economic conditions.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe government\u2019s push for wage increases could come at the expense of economic growth and job creation within the agricultural sector,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Both the NEF and AEA are advocating for greater stakeholder engagement and a more measured approach to the implementation of the NMW.<\/p>\n

Both stated that any decision on wage increases should be made with consideration of the broader economic implications and the sustainability of affected industries.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Namibia. The Namibian Employers Federation (NEF) have expressed substantial concerns regarding the recently announced National Minimum Wage (NMW) of N$18 per hour, set to be implemented from 1 January 2025. The move has been criticised as premature and unilateral, with calls for a more consultative approach. 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