These new forms are to be used by designated employers when submitting their Employment Equity Plans and Reports, in line with the latest regulatory requirements. The update is aimed at streamlining reporting and ensuring compliance with the revised sectoral targets outlined by the Department. Key Updates Include: Gazette_Employment Equity New Forms_15 April 2025 Gazette_Employement Equity…
Final Sectoral Targets and Employment Equity Regulations Gazetted – What Employers Need to Know
On 15 April 2025, two major regulatory milestones under the amended Employment Equity Act (EEA) were officially published in the Government Gazette, setting a clear course for workplace transformation in South Africa. This marks a pivotal moment in the enforcement of the revised EE Act, which came into effect at the start of this year.…
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Is Red Tape Still Holding Your Business Back?
At the SEIFSA Council Meeting on February 5, 2025, SAVAMA raised a crucial question: What progress has been made by the Red Tape Reduction Unit announced by President Ramaphosa in 2021? Organized business must hold the government accountable for its promises—especially when those commitments could boost economic growth and create a more business-friendly environment. Find…
SEIFSA CALLS FOR ACTION FOLLOWING THE STATE OF THE NATION ADDRESS
Johannesburg, 7 January 2025 – SEIFSA acknowledges the President’s State of the Nation Address, which highlighted the need for economic growth through infrastructure development. However, SEIFSA stresses that these ambitious plans must move beyond promises and be urgently implemented. The repair of existing infrastructure, alongside new projects, is crucial for revitalising the metals and engineering…
Draft Code of Good Practice on Dismissal: Key Changes for 2025
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…
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…
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…