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Woman Entrepreneurs in South Africa

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 …

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Worker’s Rights in South Africa

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.

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How Employers Can Help with UIF claims

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 …

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Revolutionising UIF Declarations in South Africa

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 The South African Labour Department has replaced those outdated systems with the newer online uFiling system.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 efficient …

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A Proactive Approach to Compensation Fund

The Compensation Fund is more than an obligatory payment for South African employers. It is a beneficial tool, when used correctly, significantly contributes to the financial stability and operational efficiency of businesses in our country.By navigating through the nuances of the Compensation Fund and Return of Earnings, employers can adopt a proactive approach.Research has proven …

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Making the Compensation Fund Work for You

The annual Return of Earnings (ROE) submission to the Compensation Fund is a crucial compliance aspect for all businesses in South Africa. Filing ROEs ensures employee protection from work-related injuries, diseases, or death but also enables businesses to manage their contributions effectively.

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Creating Purpose-Driven Organizations: Unleashing the Potential of Human Resources

In the rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations are realizing that a new approach is needed to attract and retain top talent, foster employee engagement, and drive sustainable success. One powerful solution gaining momentum is the creation of purpose-driven organizations. These organizations are not solely focused on profitability; rather, they seek to align their mission and …

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