Continuation of Metal Industries Pension and Provident Fund Levy Payments at Current Rates
The Metal Industries Pension and Provident Fund Collective Agreements lapse on 30 April 2026. This notwithstanding, an application in terms of the Labour Relations Act seeking the extension of these two agreements for a further twelve (12) months has been submitted to the Department of Employment and Labour and is being attended to. We have […]
SSP Validation Workshop
Dear Valued Stakeholder In line with the Skills Development Act (1998) which among others stipulates that SETAs must produce sector skills plans to inform their skills development interventions, the Services SETA will be holding stakeholder workshops with services sector industry stakeholders to collect inputs in relations to skills demand for the sector. The workshop will […]
New Earning Threshold in Terms of the Basic Conditions of Employment
The Minister of Employment and Labour has recently published the new earning threshold in terms of Section 6(3) of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), 75 of 1997. This new threshold, which will be effective from 1 May 2026, is set at R269,600.90 (Two hundred and sixty-nine thousand, six hundred rand and ninety cents). Employees covered by the Main […]
Continuation Of Levy Payments To The Meibc Administration And Dispute Resolution Agreements At Current Rates
The MEIBC Registration and Administration Expenses and Dispute Resolution Collective Agreements lapse on 17 April 2026. This notwithstanding, an application in terms of the Labour Relations Act seeking the extension of these two agreements for a further twelve (12) months has been submitted to the Department of Employment and Labour and is being attended to. […]
Women of Steel – Women’s Leadership Mentoring Programme
SEIFSA, in partnership with Danish Industries (DI), is launching a pilot project, the ‘Women of Steel – Women’s Leadership Mentoring Programme’. We invite your organisation to participate as a strategic partner. This 6 months initiative is designed to strengthen the pipeline of women leaders within the metals and engineering industry. In addition, the programme will […]
Workforce Modelling in the 4IR & AI Era
Navigate the future of work as AI, automation, and digital transformation redefine workforce structures, skills demand, and operational models across the Construction and Engineering Steel sector.
Complimentary TESD Webinar: Future-Proof Your Workforce: Apprenticeships, Skills Development & Funding Opportunities with SEIFSA Training Centre
You are invited to attend a complimentary webinar showcasing how the SEIFSA Training Centre (STC) can support your organisation in building a sustainable, industry-ready talent pipeline while unlocking valuable funding and tax benefits. More than a specialist apprentice training and trade test centre, the STC offers integrated end-to-end skills development solutions tailored to the needs of your sector. From occupational apprenticeships […]
AI Compass: Staffing Industry Power Session 2026
AI is radically reshaping how staffing businesses source, screen, place and retain talent. This practical session shows you exactly how to plug the latest AI capabilities into real staffing workflows in the South African context.
Expert IR Support – Just a Call Away
STRENGTHEN YOUR WORKPLACE. PROTECT YOUR BUSINESS.PARTNER WITH SEIFSA INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS Proactive Industrial Relations Expertise that keeps your organisationCompliant, Confident, and Protected SEIFSA’s Industrial Relations offers two powerful solutionsdesigned to safeguard and strengthen your employee relations environment. 1. Industrial Relations Retainer Service Comprehensive monthly IR support tailored to your business Our retainer service provides ongoing access […]
COSATU Protest Action 26 February 2026
Introduction Management may be aware, from media reports, that the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU), intends calling workers to support a socio-economic protest action on Thursday, 26 February 2026. Protest Action and the Labour Relations Act The Labour Relations Act (LRA) permits registered trade unions or federations such as COSATU to undertake protected […]