Tanzania WCF (Workers Compensation) Calculator

What is the Workers Compensation Fund?

The Workers Compensation Fund (WCF) is a statutory employer-funded insurance scheme established under the Workers Compensation Act, Cap. 263. It pays compensation for work-related injuries, occupational diseases, disability and death — protecting both the employee and the employer (who would otherwise face uninsured liability).

WCF rate and base

The current WCF rate is 0.5% of gross payroll for both private and public-sector employers. The base includes basic salary, allowances and overtime. Returns are filed quarterly via the WCF e-portal, and payment is due within 30 days of quarter-end.

Who must register?

• Every employer with one or more employees, including casual labourers.
• Domestic employers (housekeepers, gardeners, drivers).
• NGOs, religious institutions and embassies (selected exemptions exist — confirm with WCF).

WCF benefits at a glance

• Temporary disability — periodic payments while incapacitated.
• Permanent disability — lump sum based on degree of disability.
• Death benefits — funeral grant and pension to dependents.
• Medical expenses — full cost of treatment for work-related injury.

Pair WCF with PAYE, NSSF, NHIF and SDL to see your full statutory cost — or use the Full Payroll Calculator in one go. Tawala automates all five on every payroll run.