Data shows 4.5% drop in farm jobs, rising wage costs
The agricultural sector has warned that the current trajectory of Namibia’s National Minimum Wage (NMW) implementation could undermine employment growth, following preliminary data indicating a decline in permanent jobs despite improved production conditions.
CHAMWE KAIRA
The agricultural sector has warned that the current trajectory of Namibia’s National Minimum Wage (NMW) implementation could undermine employment growth, following preliminary data indicating a decline in permanent jobs despite improved production conditions.
According to preliminary findings from the Agricultural Employers’ Association (AEA) 2026 Wage Survey, permanent employment in the sector fell by 4.5% compared to the 2024 survey period.
This decline was recorded even though the sector reportedly experienced better production conditions over the past two years.
