Mozambique's Minimum Wage Among Lowest in Top 10 African Countries in 2026
The article discusses the economic challenges in African countries in 2026, focusing on the impact of rising living costs on minimum wages. Mozambique stands out with its minimum wage set at 6,688 Mozambican meticai per month, equivalent to $104.92.
With a population of approximately 35.63 million, Mozambique's economy is largely based on agriculture and extractive industries. The country's GDP per capita was $690.38 in 2025, showing slow but steady progress.
Despite recording a GDP growth rate of 2.5% in 2025, Mozambique faces the struggle of maintaining a balance between increasing minimum wages and the cost of living.
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