MIBFA’s Savings Pot Withdrawal Update

The Metal Industries Benefit Funds Administrators (MIBFA) would like to extend its heartfelt gratitude to all participating employer companies for their invaluable support in implementing the two-pot applications for the withdrawal of the initial savings component, effective from 1st September 2024. Employer Participation and Challenges The process has not been without its challenges for some […]

Action Over Talk – The Focus Of SEIFSA’s Ministerial Conference

Action Over Talk - The Focus Of SEIFSA's Ministerial Conference

Johannesburg, 18 September 2024 – Making the re-industrialization of South Africa a reality was a key focus at the Metals & Engineering Industries Ministerial Conference and Banquet Dinner on 17 September 2024. Lucio Trentini, CEO of the Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa, which organized the event, said the Metals & Engineering Sector was ready to roll up […]

Complimentary TESD Webinar on 11 September: EQ in AI – Incorporating emotional intelligence (EQ) into using AI systems

Incorporating emotional intelligence (EQ) into using AI systems is crucial for creating more empathetic, adaptable, and effective artificial intelligence and human connection. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into our daily lives and decision-making processes, the ability to understand and respond appropriately to human emotions is paramount. EQ-enabled AI can enhance user experiences, improve communication, and […]

SEIFSA and NUMSA conclude Historic Agreement in record time

Following a bruising round of wage negotiations in 2021 which peaked in a three-week strike costing the industry in excess of R600 million rand per day in lost revenue, this year’s agreement was reached in record time, with no industry disruption and within mandate. The SEIFSA affiliated membership which accounts for 57% of all employees, […]

LIST OF CEA ACCREDITED LABOUR BROKERS AS AT 18 NOVEMBER 2015

COMPANY NAME   Kelly Industrial a Division of Kelly Group (Pty) Ltd Global Isizwe Placements cc Swift Human Resources (Pty) Ltd CAP Personnel Placements (Pty) Ltd Phakisa Technical Services (Pty) Ltd Central Technical Services (Pty) Ltd Sebcon Contracting Services Sizuluntu Staffing Solutions (Pty)Ltd Carlbank Mining Contracts Mabhele and Associates cc Transman (Pty) Ltd Eduardo Construction […]

All about the FIXED-TERM Contract (FTC): Since January 2015 and on?

(Q)     Must (FTC’s) have an end date? (A)    No!  The “end date” may also be determined by; a) An event reached or materialising, b) A task completed. Labour Relations Amendment Act: The term ‘fixed-term contract’ was given more substance by the amendments to the Labour Relations Act. These amendments came into effect on 1 January […]

TES Industry Research into Job Losses criticized

The amendment to Section 198 of the Labour Relations Act made provision for employees of labour brokers to be deemed permanent workers of the end client after three months. On the basis of a survey undertaken by industry association the Confederation of Associations in the Private Employment Sector (Capes), Prof Bhorat says after the change […]