Early retirement: Key considerations for South African employers and employees
We are often asked by employers how they should deal with requests for early retirement by employees. Early retirement is…
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Why employees should take responsibility for their careers
As businesses grow and invest in HR processes, employees should also take an active role in their professional development. Career…
SARS – at your service – an ironic strapline if ever there was one?
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) proudly advertises itself as being “At Your Service”. However, the actual experience of many…
Is your skills development strategy up to date?
The South African workplace is evolving rapidly, and with skills shortages on the rise, it’s time to evaluate whether your…
COIDA: What if an employee is injured outside of South Africa?
As an employer, what are your obligations in terms of reporting and/or claiming for an Injury on Duty (IOD) while…
The fight for equal parental leave: A landmark Constitutional Court ruling in South Africa
Author: Valentina Naidoo On the 1st November 2024, South Africa’s Constitutional Court addressed a seminal case that could materially alter…
Employee development and the role of HR
Author: Prenal Gengan At its most basic level, employee development refers to the ‘execution’ of learning new skills and improving…
SARS to increase focus on PAYE compliance
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has signaled an intensified focus on PAYE compliance. SARS is committing to stricter oversight…
Why Small Businesses Reach a Point Where They Need HR Resources and Why Outsourcing is Often the Best Solution for Them
As small businesses grow, they often reach a tipping point where managing human resources (HR) becomes increasingly complex. Initially, business…
The Importance of Getting Human Resource Administration Right and the Benefits of Outsourcing
Human Resource (HR) administration serves as the backbone of any organization, ensuring that essential processes like payroll, compliance, employee records…
Think you’ve got HR and payroll covered? Here’s what you might be missing
Running a business involves wearing many hats, and it is no surprise then that business owners and managers generally have…
Promoting employee wellbeing in 2025: Prioritising mental health
As the new year begins, now is the time for businesses to refocus on employee wellbeing, a cornerstone of workplace…