Staff Reporter
NAMIBIA Wildlife Resorts (NWR) and the Namibia Public Workers Union (NAPWU) have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to improve the salary structure and housing allowances for employees within the bargaining unit.
Nelson Muremi Ashipala, NWR’s Manager of Corporate Communications, revealed that under the MoU, effective from 1 November 2023, all employees in job grades A1 to D3 who are currently below the minimum salary scale will be aligned to the new minimum (25th) percentile of the new salary scale.
“This adjustment ensures fair compensation for employees in the bargaining unit and recognises their valuable contributions to the organisation,” Ashipala said.
In addition to the salary adjustments, Ashipala said that a total adjustment of N$5,500.00 on housing allowance will be implemented over a three-year period, ending with the 2025/2026 financial year. This incremental approach, he explained, aims to provide sustainable assistance to employees, thereby improving their living standards and overall well-being.
“NWR and NAPWU are committed to fostering a positive and equitable work environment, ensuring that all employees receive fair and competitive compensation. This MoU represents a significant step towards achieving these goals and demonstrates the organisations’ dedication to the welfare of their employees. We look forward to successfully implementing these changes and the continued collaboration between NWR and NAPWU,” Ashipala added.
