An update on the two-pot retirement system – April/May 2024
Update on the two-pot retirement system, due to be implemented on the 1st September 2024. As mentioned previously, there has…
Newsletters & Articles
Unlocking the potential of HR AI in the South African context: Embracing the human element
Author: David King, Learning and Development Activist In recent years, South Africa has witnessed a rapid evolution in its HR…
Returning to South Africa? Give some thought to the tax consequences!
Author: Erin Snyman There have been several articles recently on increasing numbers of South Africans returning to the country from…
Understanding the monthly UIF compliance process
Ensuring UIF compliance can be difficult. These challenges are exacerbated by the antiquated technical infrastructure and systemic challenges at the…
Navigating strike action in South Africa: A guide for employers
Author: Kalleigh Gore Strike action is relatively common in South Africa. In 2023, South African businesses lost 4.9 million workdays…
HRTorQue Outsourcing reaches a Level 2 B-BBEE status
HRTorQue is thrilled to share the news of our attainment of Level 2 Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) status. This…
The seven types of rest that every person needs
Author: Celia Denton (www.ptesconsulting.co.za) (Celia is the owner and director of PTES Consulting, specialising in national and international psychometric evaluation…
Leveraging skills development for business success
Author: Kalleigh Gore Under the Skills Development Act and Skills Development Levy Act, companies with an annual payroll of greater…
The advantages of medical insurance for South African businesses
Author: Kalleigh Gore In today’s competitive business landscape, providing good employee health cover helps in attracting staff and has additional…
SARS updates and notifications
Change to complaints toll-free number On the 16th February, SARS issued a notice indicating a change to their Complaints Management…
Understanding verbal resignations: Legal implications and best practices
Author: Jenny Dowlath and Nicky Hardwick When an employee exclaims, “I’ve had enough and I’m leaving!!” it prompts questions about…
Understanding annual leave entitlements for employees with less than four months service
Employers often overlook a crucial aspect of annual leave entitlements that can potentially impact the bottom line – the fact…