On 22 January 2025, the Department of Employment and Labour published the Draft Code of Good Practice on Dismissal for public consultation. This code aims to provide guidance to employers, employees, and trade unions on dismissal procedures under the Labour Relations Act 1995. Key Proposed Changes: ✅ Small Employers – Adjustments to dismissal procedures for…
South African National Minimum Wage 2025 Update
Effective 1 March 2025, the National Minimum Wage (NMW) in South Africa will increase from R27.58 to R28.79 per hour. This applies to all employers under the BCEA, including farmworkers and domestic workers. The increase, recommended by the NMW Commission, is based on a 2.9% CPI adjustment plus an additional 1.5% to support low-income workers.…
Igniting Economic Growth Through Strategic Localisation
In the South African context, localisation is often seen primarily as a state-driven policy tool. The history of South Africa’s state-owned entities (SOEs) is closely linked to the broader economic development and socio-political landscape of the country. The Government’s stated goal is to use localisation policies to develop local industrial capacity, increase employment, and enhance…
TESD Members: Exclusive Workshops Hosted by SEIFSA
TESD members have the opportunity to participate in industry-leading workshops hosted by SEIFSA this year. These workshops are designed to equip professionals with the latest skills, insights, and compliance updates essential for success in the engineering and manufacturing sectors. Why Attend?✅ Stay ahead with industry trends✅ Gain expert knowledge from SEIFSA specialists✅ Enhance compliance and…
ArcelorMittal Makes Final Decision on Long Steel’s Fate
Johannesburg, 9 January 2025 – ArcelorMittal South Africa has made the final decision to mothball its long-steel operations at its Newcastle Works, Vereeniging Works, and its rail and structural subsidiary, AMRAS. This significant announcement is set to have far-reaching consequences, impacting not only the surrounding communities but also suppliers, contractors, and the broader metals and…
SEIFSA: Inclusive Strategy for South Africa’s Steel Industry
Johannesburg, 8 January 2025 – South Africa’s business sentiment reached a peak in 2024, supported by consistent electricity supply and political stability. As we move into 2025, the challenge lies in turning this optimism into tangible outcomes, particularly for the steel industry. To achieve sustainable growth, the steel sector must foster collaboration between policymakers, the…
ANNUAL SHUTDOWN ARRANGEMENTS FOR THIS YEAR 2024
The time of the year is fast approaching where management will have to finalise their annual shutdown arrangements. The key provisions of the Main Agreement and the respective leave pay and leave enhancement pay (leave bonus) calculations are set out in this article to assist management in completing this task as simply as possible. The…
Webinar: TES Compliance: The Road Less Travelled
The “TES Compliance: The Road Less Travelled” webinar, hosted by John Botha, Joint CEO of Global Business Solutions, was a crucial resource for Temporary Employment Services (TES) providers. This session explored the critical aspects of compliance in the TES industry, providing key insights on: Designed to equip TES providers with practical compliance strategies, the webinar…
SEIFSA Bursary Program for the Steel and Engineering Industry
SEIFSA is committed to nurturing skilled talent for the Steel and Engineering industry by supporting students who aim to make a difference in this sector. Each year, SEIFSA awards bursaries to deserving full-time students pursuing Engineering-related careers at recognised South African universities or Universities of Technology (UoT). The bursary program supports undergraduate students studying in…
SEIFSA Workshops 2024 – 2025
Enhance your team’s skills and knowledge with SEIFSA’s comprehensive workshop offerings! Designed to address key areas within the industrial sector, these workshops cater to professionals at all levels, providing critical insights into Industrial Relations, Economics, and Skills Development. All workshops are available in flexible formats, either online or face-to-face, to suit your organization’s needs. Workshop…