Business owners across South Africa know the New Year means the start of filing their Employment Equity reports. The primary role of the Employment Equity Act, which was introduced in 1998, is the promotion of fair representation of historically disadvantaged groups in the workplace, ensuring that all employees, regardless of race, gender, or disability status, …
In an era where South African companies are building inclusivity and diverseness into their working environment, disability in the workplace is taking the central stage. In September 2011, Ex-President Jacob Zuma announced the development of a Disability Act aimed at ensuring compliance with the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. The convention …
How to promote mental health and well-being in the workplace. Why is mental health important in the workplace. Millions of South African workers face mental health challenges. Workers’ Mental health is their ability to manage stress, maintain work productivity, and their contribution to their community. Various factors, including socioeconomic conditions, biological traits, and environmental influences …
The South African Employment Equity Act (EEA) signed into effect in 1998 protects employees against discrimination across several levels, including sexual orientation, family responsibility, HIV status, or political opinion. It aims to promote fair treatment and equal opportunity in the workplace by eliminating unfair discrimination. The Act also seeks to implement affirmative action measures to …
South African women are continuously making strides in whichever industry they are in, from humble home businesses to owners of multi million Rand companies, they are proving themselves in once thought of male dominated businesses.They’ve overcome several challenges along their way. Much like their chant during the 9th August 1956, “Wathint’ abafazi, wathint’ imbokodo!” (You …
The South African labor market faces several challenges such as high unemployment rates, skills shortages, and a constantly changing work environment.
The South African labor market faces several challenges such as high unemployment rates, skills shortages, and a constantly changing work environment.
The South African government sets labour regulations that govern the employment and management of employees. Referred to as labour codes or employment laws, these regulations outline employer’s responsibilities, employees’ rights, and the regulations governing trade unions.
As an employer, navigating through the UIF claims process can be tricky. Employers are responsible for helping their workers access their employee benefits, but it’s not always easy to figure out the rules. As a seasoned Human Resources practitioner, or a small business owner, supporting your team with UIF assistance is crucial to supporting your …
Traditionally, employers filed employees UIF (Unemployment Insurance Fund), which provides short-term relief to workers due to unemployment, maternity, adoption leave, or illness, manually. It was a time-consuming and tedious process. The South African Labour Department has replaced those outdated systems with the newer online uFiling system. It is designed with a more user-friendly interface for …
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