In a significant move aimed at improving worker welfare, the Minister of Water and Human Settlement, Onneetse Ramogapi, has announced that all construction workers and personnel involved in the building of new government houses will earn a minimum wage of P4,000. The announcement was made during the launch of the Target 3000 Housing Project, an initiative aimed at addressing the country’s housing deficit.
Minister Ramogapi emphasized that the wage policy aligns with the Umbrella for Democratic Change’s (UDC) commitment to ensuring decent wages for all workers in Botswana. “We are delivering on our promise to uplift the working class and guarantee fair pay for hard work,” he stated.
The announcement was made alongside President Duma Boko, who officially launched the Target 3000 Housing Project. The initiative aims to deliver 3,000 housing units across the country, focusing on providing affordable, quality homes while also stimulating employment and economic activity within the construction sector.
The P4,000 minimum wage is expected to positively impact thousands of workers employed on these sites, setting a new standard for government-led infrastructure projects. It reflects a broader commitment by the administration to promote inclusive growth, reduce poverty, and improve living standards.
President Boko praised the initiative, noting that housing and fair wages are key pillars in the government’s agenda to deliver dignity and economic justice to the people. “With this project, we are not just building houses — we are building hope and opportunity,” he said.
The project launch marks a major milestone in the government’s ongoing efforts to deliver on social and economic promises, and it is expected to create ripple effects across the construction industry, pushing for better labour standards across the board.
