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Job losses loom as Saftu and Cosatu highlight South Africa's manufacturing crisis
Saftu and Cosatu raise alarms over job losses as South Africa's manufacturing sector faces a significant downturn, with production declining for five consecutive months and investment levels dropping.
‘There will be no foreigners hired while South Africans remain unemployed,’ says Sports minister Gayton McKenzie
Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie has called for an end to the employment of foreign nationals in positions that South Africans can fill, citing the country's high unemployment rate and its potential to spark unrest.
Manufacturing in crisis: Saftu and Cosatu warn of job losses amid declining production
As South Africa's manufacturing sector faces a troubling decline, Saftu and Cosatu voice urgent concerns over job losses, following alarming statistics revealing a 0,8% drop in production.
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.
City of Ekurhuleni slaps close to 400 metro police officers with pre-dismissal notices over illegal strike
Nearly 400 EMPD officers face pre-dismissal action after taking part in an unauthorized protest that gridlocked major highways and disrupted access to OR Tambo International Airport.
Remgro is freezing hiring and offering early retirements at Mediclinic as it shifts towards AI to boost efficiency
As Mediclinic embraces AI, the company introduces a hiring freeze and early retirement offers, raising concerns about its impact on South Africa's job market
Security guards urge Psira to focus on rogue firms, not regulations
Security guards raise alarms over the threat posed by non-compliant 'fly-by-night' companies, urging Psira to prioritise regulation over firearm restrictions to protect jobs and public safety.
Department of Justice dismisses 54 officials for misconduct
The Department of Justice has taken decisive action by dismissing 54 officials for misconduct, reinforcing its commitment to ethical governance and signalling a strong stance against corruption.
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.
Urgent solutions needed for South Africa's youth unemployment
As South Africa faces unprecedented youth unemployment rates, what urgent solutions can be implemented to empower the next generation?