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A GUIDE TO ONLINE EMPLOYMENT EQUITY REPORTING FOR EMPLOYERS
Employers who want to use the online system need to register their entity online using their company information. They will then receive a reference number that will serve as their username. They will also need to create a password. To log in to the system, they will use the reference number and the password they created.
IRR challenges universities on racial classification amid new quotas
With new Employment Equity targets on the horizon, the IRR calls on South African universities to clarify their policies regarding racial classification, raising critical questions about academic freedom and merit.
DA on why it wants ‘rigid racial quotas’ removed
Advocate Ismail Jamie SC representing the DA, argued that rigid racial quotas are harming employment opportunities.
ANC says DA's fight against Equity Law undermines South Africa's transformation goals
The ANC defends the Employment Equity Act as a vital tool for redressing apartheid-era injustices and achieving genuine economic inclusion, rejecting the DA’s claims that it undermines merit or deters investment.
Zille criticises race-based job targets as DA challenges court ruling
The Democratic Alliance's legal challenge against the Employment Equity Act amendments raises critical questions about race and gender quotas in South Africa. As Helen Zille argues for fair job access, the government defends its transformative measures. What will this court battle mean for the future of employment equity?
Zille slams 'race-based job targets' as DA heads to court
he DA is challenging amendments to the Employment Equity Act in the Pretoria High Court, arguing that race- and gender-based targets are unconstitutional quotas. The government defends the changes as essential for workplace transformation.
Appeal granted for Nissan SA ex-employee ordered to repay over R350,000 for studies in Japan
Nissan SA wants former employee, Senyatsi Bennita Phasha to pay back money spent on her while she was studying in Japan for two years and subsequently failed to stay with the company upon her return.
Political tensions rise as DA contests race quotas in Employment Equity Amendment
The DA's legal challenge against the Employment Equity Amendment Act could reignite political tensions within South Africa's Government of National Unity, as accusations fly over economic impact and transformation policies.
Helen Zille:‘Racial laws’ are pushing investors out of SA – DA heads to court over Equity Act
DA federal chair Helen Zille claims the Employment Equity Act and other government policies are driving investors away from South Africa, harming job creation and economic growth.
DA challenges Employment Equity Amendment Act in court: A fight for job security in South Africa
DA's Helen Zille warns that the Employment Equity Amendment Act could jeopardise job security and economic growth in South Africa, as the party gears up for a crucial court challenge to its constitutionality.
‘An affront to workers’: ANC slams DA’s court bid to scrap Employment Equity Act
The DA will challenge the Act at the Pretoria High Court on Tuesday. The DA alleges that the Act will damage the economy even further.
ANC, DA 'Like milk and oil' - Mbalula draws line amid GNU tensions
As cracks appear within ANC ranks over its uneasy partnership with the DA, secretary-general Fikile Mbalula insists the two parties are ideologically incompatible, and says the ANC won’t back down on transformative policies.
Employment Equity alone won't fix economic inequality - Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa called on businesses to not only comply with progressive labour laws but also actively dismantle historical injustices by creating inclusive, respectful, and empowering workplaces.
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.
GIWUSA calls for Gayton McKenzie's removal amid racial discrimination storm over job adverts
GIWUSA criticises Minister McKenzie for favouring certain racial groups in job adverts, demanding immediate action from President Ramaphosa.
Union demands Gayton McKenzie's removal amid racial discrimination storm over job adverts
Workers union GIWUSA has launched a scathing attack on Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie, demanding his immediate removal after job advertisements explicitly excluded black candidates. The union has given a 7-day ultimatum before pursuing legal action, while McKenzie defends the posts as addressing historical employment imbalances.
eThekwini Municipality’s commitment to gender diversity in the workplace
The eThekwini Municipality has made significant strides in promoting gender equality in management roles, with a recent report highlighting increased representation of women in leadership positions.
How KZN’s R59 million programme is tackling invasive alien plant species
Discover how KwaZulu-Natal’s R59 million Invasive Alien Species Programme aims to restore ecological balance and promote socio-economic development through targeted plant clearing initiatives.
Durban Metro Police Academy set for major upgrade to enhance training
The Durban Metro Police Services Training Academy is undergoing a significant upgrade to enhance its training facilities, comply with legislative requirements, and better prepare recruits for modern policing challenges.
Government’s youth employment claims under scrutiny
Opposition parties and analysts challenge the government’s claims on youth employment, questioning the effectiveness of the Presidential Youth Employment Initiative and calling for transparency.
Minister announces 4. 2% increase in National Minimum Wage for 2025
The Minister of Employment and Labour, Ms. Nomakhosazana Meth, has announced an increase in the National Minimum Wage (NMW) for the year 2025, raising it from R27. 58 to R28. 79 per ordinary hour worked. This adjustment marks a 4. 2 percent increase and is aimed at enhancing the economic stability of workers in South Africa.
Resolution reached: workers at Ray Nkonyeni Municipality end three-month strike
After three months of disruption, staff at Ray Nkonyeni Municipality return to work following a resolution to the strike, highlighting the challenges faced in local governance.
South Africa’s growing Global Business Services Sector offers thousands of jobs to youth
South Africa's Global Business Services sector demonstrates remarkable growth, creating over 14 000 new jobs in 2024 and generating R13. 6 billion in export revenue. The sector's expansion, attracting major international investors, positions the country as the third most attractive offshoring destination globally.
Labour Court grants lifeline to ousted judges’ clerks amid employment uncertainty
Nine judges’ clerks, facing job loss due to contract terminations, receive a temporary reprieve from the Labour Court as their employment contracts remain in force pending an unfair labour practice referral.
Labour Court grants lifeline to ousted judges’ clerks amid employment uncertainty
Nine judges’ clerks, facing job loss due to contract terminations, receive a temporary reprieve from the Labour Court as their employment contracts remain in force pending an unfair labour practice referral.