Employers in Mozambique are responsible for several key obligations to ensure compliance with local labor laws.
Social Security Contributions
Contribution Rate: Employers are required to contribute 4% of the employee’s gross income to the national social security system. This contribution supports various social benefits and protections for employees.
Employee Benefits
Maternity Leave: Employers must provide maternity leave to eligible employees, including the maternity allowance during the leave period.
Paternity Leave: Employers are required to grant paternity leave to fathers or second parents as per the legal provisions.
Paid Sick Leave: Employers must provide paid sick leave to employees, covering up to 15 continuous days or 5 non-consecutive days.