The Ethiopian Parliament has established a minimum wage of USD 275 per month after taxes for Ethiopian workers employed in Jordan.
This decision benefits over 20,000 individuals amidst increased demand for labor in the Middle Eastern country. The minimum wage is set to undergo yearly increases, overseen by a joint committee representing both Ethiopian and Jordanian governments.
Additionally, the Ethiopian Parliament has endorsed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Ethiopia and Jordan, specifying a 48-hour workweek with up to eight hours of work per day for employees.
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Despite concerns from labor experts regarding wage levels compared to other Middle Eastern countries, the MoU aims to legalize Ethiopia’s workforce in the region, with plans to send half a million workers to the Arab world.
The Ministry of Labor and Skill oversees training at designated centers before deployment, with the government covering airfare expenses and ensuring salaries are deposited in registered bank accounts. The Ethiopian government aims to formalize remittance channels by increasing workforce figures.
The MoU emphasizes the importance of protecting workers’ rights, acknowledging their vulnerability to human trafficking and abuse.
