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These are statutory minimums for the listed categories, not average salaries or take-home pay. They are not a Zanzibar or public-service pay table. Higher contractual wages can apply.
| Category | TZS / month | |
|---|---|---|
| Construction: class I | 515,000 | 7 |
| Construction: classes II, III and IV | 464,500 | 7 |
| Construction: classes V, VI and VII | 398,500 | 7 |
Choose the right category
The Order groups construction into class I, classes II to IV, and classes V to VII. These floors are not trade-specific rates for masons, electricians or quantity surveyors. A specialist rate must come from an actual offer or agreement.
Questions to settle before accepting
Ask who employs you if a subcontractor is involved, who records attendance, what happens between projects and which tools or PPE are supplied. Clarify overtime and site travel separately.
Make a fair comparison
Place the contractor class beside the monthly amount, then list the project duration. A one-month engagement and an ongoing role cannot be compared only by the biggest displayed number.
Sources and checks
Reviewed 23 September 2026. Follow the original source for amendments.
