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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.
Potential turbulence ahead: SAA pilots set to strike as negotiations break down
South African Airways faces potential disruptions as pilots initiate work-to-rule industrial action.
Five ways to boost employee confidence and engagement during tough times
As South African businesses face challenging economic conditions, maintaining employee engagement becomes crucial for survival and growth. This practical guide offers five actionable strategies to boost team confidence and motivation, helping business leaders navigate uncertainty while keeping their workforce engaged and productive.
Gauteng Health Department takes action against payroll fraud by freezing salaries of 66 employees
Gauteng Department of Health freezes salaries of 66 employees as part of the Ziveze campaign to combat payroll fraud and ensure accountability.
Judge denies union bid to halt Donald Trump firing of government workers
In a significant blow to federal workers, Judge Christopher Cooper denied unions' emergency bid to halt the termination of 6,700 IRS employees on probation.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu thanks Trump for sanctions against ICC
Netanyahu lauds Trump's executive order imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), calling it a defence against 'anti-American and antisemitic' prosecution, amid ongoing ICC investigations into alleged war crimes.
Trump's USAID shutdown: Global aid agency faces historic staff purge
In an unprecedented move that threatens billions in global humanitarian aid, USAID announces immediate administrative leave for its worldwide staff following pressure from Trump and Musk. This dramatic shake-up of the $40 billion agency impacts operations in 120 countries, raising concerns about global humanitarian assistance.
Musk's unprecedented power in US government sparks Democratic backlash
Unprecedented controversy erupts as Elon Musk, armed with sweeping powers from President Trump, takes control of crucial US Treasury operations and dismantles USAID. Democrats warn of constitutional crisis as the world's richest man gains extraordinary influence over government functions without official appointment.
Six million South Africans risk job displacement as WEF predicts tech dominance
The WEF's Future of Jobs Report highlights the rise of tech careers and a looming skillsmismatch in South Africa’s labour market.
US goverment workers in diversity jobs to be put on leave as programs ordered shut
In a sweeping move, the Trump administration has ordered all US federal diversity office employees to be placed on immediate paid leave, as White House press secretary confirms the shutdown of all DEIA programs. This decisive action marks the administration's first major policy implementation, affecting numerous federal departments and thousands of workers nationwide.
Woolworths' sign calling for workers to be respected ruffles some feathers
Numerous signs have been spotted at Woolworths stores calling for consumers to be respectful of the store's staff. , and some netizens say it's about time the retailer stood up to bullies in the aisles.
ANC urges government to protect livelihoods of Community Work Programme participants over 55 years
The ANC is calling on the government to find solutions that protect the livelihoods of older participants, due to over 65,000 Community Work Programme (CWP) beneficiaries facing contract terminations.
Ukraine's attack on car with journalists motivated by ideological hatred – case materials
The Ukrainian armed forces attacked a car with journalists on the Donetsk-Gorlovka (Horlivka) highway in the Donetsk People's Republic by prior conspiracy motivated by ideological hatred.
From iconic innovation to bankruptcy: The rise and fall of Tupperware
Tupperware’s history is a tale of innovation and global success, but the company now facesbankruptcy and a looming closure of its South African operations by December 2024.