BCEA earnings threshold increased from R254 371.67 p/a to R261 748.45 p/a as of 1 April 2025
On the 7th March 2025, the Minister of Employment and Labour issued a notice via Gazette No. 52232 that increases the BCEA (Basic…
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TERS UPDATE: Approved auditors appointed by UIF for TERS audit purposes
On the 8th December 2022, the UIF commissioner signed a notice containing a list of auditing firms that have been…
Understanding negligence and gross negligence in the workplace
Author: Caelyn Moodley Negligent conduct by employees can have significant financial implications for an organisation. It can lead to direct…
Understanding COID audits and the importance of past COID submissions
Author: Odessa Nutter A COID (Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases) audit is a process conducted by the Compensation Fund…
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…
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…