List of Africa’s Top 10 Best Teachers Paying Countries

By | May 8, 2023

Teacher salaries vary significantly across the African continent. However, there are some countries that pay teachers more than others. In this article, we will take a look at the top 10 African countries that pay teachers the highest salaries in 2023.

South Africa

The average salary for a teacher in South Africa varies depending on the level of education and experience. According to the data available, the average monthly salary for a teacher in South Africa is approximately R15,200.00. This is equivalent to about KES 108,472.18.

However, it is important to note that this is an average and salaries may vary based on qualifications, experience, and location. Additionally, salaries may also be impacted by factors such as the type of school (public or private) and the level of education being taught.

Algeria

The average salary for a teacher in Algeria is approximately 120,000 DZD per month. This is equivalent to about 116,010 KES at the current exchange rate. However, it’s important to note that actual salaries for teachers may vary depending on factors such as qualifications, experience, and location.

Libya

the average salary for a teacher in Libya is approximately 2,680 LYD ( Ksh.73992.83) per month. It is possible that this figure may change in the future due to various economic and political factors, but as of now, this is the best available information.

It is also important to note that this figure represents an average and that actual salaries for teachers may vary depending on factors such as qualifications, experience, and location.

Morocco

Morocco is the sixth-highest paying country for teachers in Africa. The average monthly salary for teachers in Morocco ranges from MAD 4,000 to MAD 10,000 (Ksh. 51299.96 to KES 128249.89). However, salaries are higher for teachers in private schools.

Tunisia

Tunisia is the fifth-highest paying country for teachers in Africa. The average monthly salary for teachers in Tunisia ranges from TND 800 to TND 2,500 (Ksh.33626.19 to Ksh. 105081.85). However, this varies depending on the level of education and the years of experience.

Kenya

Kenya is the ninth-highest paying country for teachers in Africa. The average monthly salary for teachers in Kenya ranges from KES 20,000 to KES 100,000 (USD 180 to USD 900). However, this varies depending on the level of education and the years of experience.

Uganda

The average monthly salary for teachers in Uganda ranges from UGX 800,000 to UGX 2,000,000 (Ksh.27863 to Ksh.69659). However, this varies depending on the level of education and the years of experience.

Egypt

Egypt is the fourth-highest paying country for teachers in Africa. The average monthly salary for teachers in Egypt ranges from EGP 5,000 to EGP 10,000 (KES 21278.45 to 42556.91). However, salaries are much higher for teachers in private schools.

Nigeria

Nigeria is the seventh-highest paying country for teachers in Africa. The average monthly salary for teachers in Nigeria ranges from NGN 50,000 to NGN 150,000 (Ksh.14278 to Ksh.42834). However, this varies depending on the level of education and the years of experience.

Ghana

Ghana is the eighth-highest paying country for teachers in Africa. The average monthly salary for teachers in Ghana ranges from GHS 1,200 to GHS 2,800 (KES 12871 to KES 30033). However, salaries are higher for teachers in private schools.

It’s important to note that while these countries may offer higher salaries for teachers, the cost of living in these countries may also be higher.

Additionally, some of these countries may have challenges with teacher retention and recruitment, despite offering higher salaries. The quality of education and the working conditions for teachers also vary across these countries.