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Empowerment in action: How the Hlola EmpowerCare Initiative is shaping young doctors' futures
The Hlola EmpowerCare Initiative, a collaboration between Innovation Edge, RLabs, and Innov8 Group Holdings, aims to empower young South African doctors through innovative training and resources, addressing critical healthcare challenges in underserved communities.
Dis-Chem clarifies job security amidst declining retail staffing costs
Dis-Chem reports strong financial growth while assuring employees that no job cuts will occur, despite a slight decline in retail staff costs
Professor Anil Sooklal receives peace award for contribution to South Africa
Professor Anil Sooklal, South Africa’s High Commissioner to India, is honoured with the Sivananda Peace Award for his decades of silent contributions to the country’s development, as celebrated by the Sivananda World Peace Foundation.
South Africa considers quotas for foreign nationals in the labour market
The government is contemplating the introduction of quotas to limit foreign nationals in the labour market, amid concerns over high unemployment rates and the need to protect citizens' interests.
EPWP workers rally for permanent employment and salary increases from Joburg housing
EPWP workers, led by the Independent Liberation Allied Workers Union, take a stand against JOSHCO, demanding permanent employment and overdue salary increments, as frustrations mount over unaddressed grievances.
Government takes action on Community Work Programme amid national minimum wage demands
The government is set to review the Community Work Programme in response to employees' demands for compliance with the national minimum wage, raising important questions about the future of public employment initiatives.
Labour Court rules in favour of pregnant employee in discrimination case against paint company
A Durban Labour Court has ordered Induradec Coatings to pay 11 months' back pay to a pregnant employee who was placed on unpaid maternity leave before her due date, highlighting the importance of workplace rights and protections under the Employment Equity Act.
From sirens to silence: Deadline extended for striking EMPD officers to respond to pre-dismissal notices
After their participation in last month’s unlawful protest, nearly 400 EMPD officers have until Friday to reply to pre-dismissal notices, the City of Ekurhuleni said.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE NEW EMPLOYMENT EQUITY ACT REGULATIONS
Designated employers with 50 or more employees must align their EE plans with these targets to ensure equitable representation. Non-compliance could result in hefty penalties of up to R1. 5 million or 2% of annual turnover. It is crucial to note that over 200 employees have already faced Labour Court for prior violations.
New funding round from National Treasury's Jobs Fund to boost green and informal economies
The Jobs Fund has announced a new funding round aimed at innovative projects in green and informal economies. Learn how to apply for grants and make a difference in your community.
Former eThekwini SCM deputy head loses court bid to overturn dismissal
Former eThekwini municipality deputy head of Supply Chain Management, Sandile Ngcobo, faces a setback as the Labour Court dismisses his application challenging his dismissal.
Denosa slams Motsoaledi’s ‘insulting’ plan to recruit only 200 nurses
Denosa has condemned Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi's announcement to recruit only 200 nurses as 'shockingly inadequate' amid a national nursing shortage crisis where projections indicate South Africa could be short 100,000 nurses by 2030.
'I am staying': South African teacher in Myanmar recounts his experience during deadly earthquake
After losing his girlfriend and critical documents in a devastating earthquake, South African teacher Sibonelo Myeni shares his harrowing experience and the reasons behind his decision to remain in Myanmar.
KwaZulu-Natal invests in youth with 116 new internships amid high unemployment
Against South Africa's 44. 6% youth unemployment rate, KwaZulu-Natal's Economic Development Department has welcomed 116 interns to a 24-month programme offering real-world workplace experience and monthly stipends. "This is not about making coffee," says MEC Musa Zondi, "it's a deliberate investment in our province's future
University of Johannesburg rejects claims by 'lecturer' who favoured Zimbabwean students
The University of Johannesburg has refuted Joel Sangweni's claims of being a lecturer, clarifying he was only briefly a tutor in 2024, after his social media post about intentionally failing South African students sparked xenophobic outrage across platforms. UJ is now considering legal action.
Are Mondays still the best way to kickstart the workweek?
As businesses navigate the evolving workplace, a debate continues over whether Mondays should foster office collaboration or allow a gentle remote start
Tshwane Economic Development Agency offers 12-month internships for graduates
Discover valuable internship opportunities at the Tshwane Economic Development Agency, designed to empower graduates with essential skills and work experience.
Tshwane Economic Development Agency offers 12-month internships for graduates
Discover valuable internship opportunities at the Tshwane Economic Development Agency, designed to empower graduates with essential skills and work experience.
New dismissal code: critical changes reshaping South African labour law
Labour unions are calling the new Draft Code on Dismissal 'dangerous' while legal experts provide a more nuanced view — discover how these proposed changes could significantly alter employer flexibility, probation periods, and strike participation rules in South African workplaces.
SA’s economy is a ‘no-growth zone’- and the jobs crisis is just the start
Despite the JSE’s All Share showing significant gains since the pandemic, South Africa is unlikely to achieve the economic growth needed to create a million jobs this year, according to experts.
‘No one should be denied jobs based on political affiliation’ | Macpherson vows to end political patronage in EPWP
Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, promises to address allegations of political patronage and corruption within the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP), stressing that the status quo is unacceptable.
Government pledges R417 million to sustain ArcelorMittal employees amid talks to avert plant closures
In a bid to avert a crisis, the South African government pledges R417 million to support nearly 3,000 ArcelorMittal workers as negotiations to prevent steel mill closures intensify.
Eskom's job-for-pals scandal: Whistleblower reveals allegations
Eskom faces scrutiny over an alleged job-for-pals scandal involving an HR executive and a finance employee, leading to a whistleblower investigation.
Eskom probes executives in alleged job-for-pals scandal
Eskom confirmed the allegations, adding that the case was reported via email and channeled through to its confidential whistleblowing hotline.
Eskom probes executives in alleged job-for-pals scandal
Eskom confirmed the allegations, adding that the case was reported via email and channeled through to its confidential whistleblowing hotline.