Mauritius among Top 5 African countries with the highest average pay

Mauritius is among the top 5 African nations that offer the highest salary, according to data from Numbeo, the world’s most extensive collection of user-contributed data about cities and countries.

1. Libya 

Libya is the African country with the highest average pay. Despite the ongoing political turmoil and deteriorating security, Libyans earn an average monthly salary after taxes of $1,713.77. 

Libya has low cost of living. Bread, water, and gasoline are all significantly subsidized everyday necessities.

2. Zambia

According to World Bank estimates, Zambia saw significant economic development between 2000 and 2014, with an average annual growth rate of 7.3%. Zambia’s political upheaval has hampered economic growth. The cost of living and rent in Zambia is modest, and the average monthly earnings is $1,482.22

3. South Africa

Africa’s mining giant, South Africa average salary after taxes is $1,188.89.

4. Namibia

Namibia’s economy is highly reliant on mineral mining and processing for export. Although the country’s economy is now suffering from global commodity price swings, the average salary is $753.73.

5. Mauritius

Mauritius is the most business-friendly African country, according to the World Bank. The country pays an average income of $666.66.