What happens to Temporary Employees Below the Threshold?
In terms of the amendments the employee, in essence, gets extra protections in terms of the LRA (except genuine substitute employees, for example maternity cover). The TES provider may remain after...
View ArticleLabour Law Amendments: Devastating for Business, the Workforce and the SA...
By: Mpho Maseko of APSO The newly amended Labour Relations Act (effective 1 January 2015) will have a devastating impact not only on the national recruitment and staffing industry but also on the...
View ArticleReal cost of workers compensation
There are many hidden costs associated with workers’ compensation claims that most employers do not recognise right away, such as: – Recruiting new or temporary staff to replace the injured employee. –...
View ArticleLabour Laws Amendment Bill 2017 (Commonly referred to as Paternity Leave)
By: Roche Houman Section 25 of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, which deals with Maternity Leave, will have a welcomed addition in the form of section 25A: Parental Leave, 25B: Adoption Leave...
View ArticleNational Minimum Wage Increases as of 1st of March 2020
National Minimum Wage Increases as of 1st of March 2020 The National Minimum Wage (NMW) will increase from R20.00 to R20.76 for ordinary hours worked as of 1st March 2020. That is an increase of 3.8%...
View ArticleA Case of COVID-19 – The Employment Considerations That You Need To Be Aware Of
COVID-19 has disrupted the employment relationship to such a degree that further measures need to be evaluated. We look at a case study that shows why you need a new employment solution. Express...
View ArticleHow to comply with the POPIA Act: This is what you need to know
It has been a requirement to comply with the POPIA Act since 30 June 2021. What does that mean in practical terms? The Act kicks in the moment you collect, store or process the personal information...
View ArticlePracticalities of the POPIA Act: The role of the information officer
If you are either a public or private body that processes personal information, there is no way of escaping your duty of having an information officer (IO). This person must either be appointed, or the...
View ArticleThe Benefits of Partnering With an Organization That Is Accredited
ISO 9001 accreditation is a process that we voluntarily adopted to provide you with the best employment services. Learn about our accredited employment partner and why you should choose us for your...
View ArticleAvoiding Common Legal Pitfalls for South African Entrepreneurs
Understanding employment law is vital for South African entrepreneurs, but it’s not always straightforward. With a dynamic business environment and legal obligations to consider, misconceptions can...
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