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SA's new Employment Equity regulations: A compliance challenge for businesses by 2030

South African businesses must prepare for significant compliance challenges as new Employment Equity regulations take effect on January 1, 2025. These regulations aim to transform the labour market, urging employers to align with equity objectives and avoid hefty penalties.

Business Report Companies
Philippa Larkin|Published

Multiple Pretoria government buildings declared unsafe as OHS crisis deepens

A growing workplace safety crisis is unfolding in Pretoria as multiple government departments face occupational health and safety violations. The Department of Home Affairs' Hallmark Building is the latest to be declared hazardous, forcing the relocation of immigration services staff following intense union pressure. This follows similar issues at the Department of Defence, highlighting a systemic problem in government building maintenance and safety standards.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

DA complains to Public Protector over Tshwane security tender allegations

An investigation by the Public Protector into Triotic Protection Services, allegedly linked to Tshwane's Deputy Mayor, has raised questions about tax compliance and tender legitimacy.

News
Rapula Moatshe|Published

Midvaal Municipality fights R5m environmental fine while seeking landfill licence

Gauteng's best-performing municipality, Midvaal, challenges a R5m environmental fine while simultaneously seeking crucial landfill site licensing. The DA-run municipality opts to pay the penalty to expedite operations while pursuing legal action.

The Star News
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Midvaal Municipality fights R5m environmental fine while seeking landfill licence

Gauteng's best-performing municipality, Midvaal, challenges a R5m environmental fine while simultaneously seeking crucial landfill site licensing. The DA-run municipality opts to pay the penalty to expedite operations while pursuing legal action.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Big businesses in Tshwane risk closure over food safety compliance

The City of Tshwane intensifies its bylaw enforcement in Atteridgeville.

News
Rapula Moatshe|Published

Register your spaza shop in Tshwane to avoid fines and ensure compliance

City of Tshwane urges unregistered spaza shops to comply with regulations to avoid fines, highlighting the importance of compliance for businesses.

News
Rapula Moatshe|Published