By Joshua Tosin Ogunsakin 
Several African nations have introduced stronger wage policies to improve the standard of living for workers. Below are the top ten countries with the highest minimum wages in 2025:
1. Seychelles – $404
Seychelles tops the list with the highest minimum wage on the continent, supported by steady economic growth and policies that protect workers’ welfare.
2. Mauritius – $377
Mauritius follows closely, with continuous wage reviews aimed at helping workers meet rising living costs.
3. Morocco – $362
Morocco ranks third, maintaining one of North Africa’s most competitive wage structures across various sectors.
4. South Africa – $273.15
South Africa leads in sub-Saharan Africa, offering a relatively strong wage floor to combat poverty and inequality.
5. Equatorial Guinea – $231
Backed by oil wealth, Equatorial Guinea ensures its workers receive one of the continent’s better minimum wages.
6. Libya – $185
Despite internal challenges, Libya continues to uphold a minimum wage higher than several African counterparts.
7. Tunisia – $181
Tunisia’s minimum wage reflects government efforts to safeguard employees while implementing economic reforms.
8. Algeria – $154
Algeria maintains a stable wage level, demonstrating state intervention to support households.
9. Egypt – $145
Egypt has made adjustments to its wage structure to help workers manage inflation and rising costs.
10. Mauritania – $112.64
Mauritania closes the list with a policy that still sets it apart in West Africa, though further adjustments are expected.