Amid rising living costs, Mozambique ranks 10th on Africa’s 2026 minimum wage list with a monthly wage of about $104, as modest economic growth offers limited relief to workers.
Rising living costs across Africa are putting increased pressure on household incomes, with wages becoming critical to daily survival. Despite global trade uncertainties, the African Development Bank projects continental growth of 4.3% in 2026, while the IMF forecasts sub-Saharan Africa’s growth at 4.6%, creating room for wage adjustments.
Mozambique ranks 10th among African countries with the highest minimum wages, set at 6,688 meticais monthly, about $104.92. The Southern African nation, with a population of 35.6 million, recorded a GDP of $24.73 billion in 2025 and growth of 2.5%, reflecting gradual but steady income improvements.
Top 10 African Countries With Highest Minimum Wages in 2026;
- Morocco – $374
- Mauritius – $371
- Tunisia – $185
- Algeria – $185
- Egypt – $149
- Botswana – $142
- Cape Verde – $139
- Lesotho – $139
- Kenya – $118
- Mozambique – $104