What does the Cameroon labor law code number 007/1992 of 14 August 1992 says concerning salaries administration?

The Cameroon labor law code number 007/1992 of 14 August 1992 states that salaries administration should be fair and transparent. Employers are required to pay their employees a minimum wage that is determined by the government. Salaries should be paid on time and in full, and any deductions from wages must be in accordance with the law. Employers are also required to provide employees with written contracts detailing their salary, benefits, and working conditions. Employees have the right to challenge any unfair treatment regarding their salaries through the appropriate legal channels.

Cameroon Labor Law Code No. 007/1992 of 14 August 1992 on Salaries Administration

Article 221:

- The salary is the remuneration paid to the employee for services rendered.
- It is determined by the employer, taking into account the nature of the work, the qualifications and experience of the employee, and the economic and social conditions.

Article 222:

- The salary must not be inferior to the minimum wage set by law.
- It may be fixed on a monthly, weekly, daily, or hourly basis.

Article 223:

- The salary is due on a regular basis, at least once a month.
- It must be paid in legal currency and in full, without any deductions that are not authorized by law.

Article 224:

- The employer is required to keep a register of salaries, which must contain the following information:
- Name and address of the employee
- Occupation and qualifications
- Date of employment
- Salary rate
- Date and amount of each payment
- Deductions made
- This register must be kept for at least 5 years and be available for inspection by authorized officials.

Article 225:

- The employee is entitled to a pay slip for each payment made.
- This pay slip must contain the following information:
- Gross salary
- Deductions made
- Net salary
- Date of payment

Article 226:

- The employer may make deductions from the salary for the following purposes:
- Contributions to social security
- Union dues
- Tax withheld at source
- Court-ordered payments
- Any other deductions must be authorized by the employee in writing.

Article 227:

- In case of dispute over salary, the employee may file a complaint with the competent labor inspectorate.
- The labor inspectorate will investigate the complaint and try to resolve the dispute amicably.
- If no amicable solution can be reached, the labor inspectorate will refer the case to the competent labor court.