The Department of Employment and Labour has announced an increase to South Africa’s National Minimum Wage (NMW), which will take effect on 1 March 2026. In terms of the National Minimum Wage Act, 2018, and as published in Government Gazette No. 54075 (attached) on 3 February 2026, the national minimum...
Avoid costly mistakes when disciplining employees. Many employers still lose CCMA and bargaining council cases due to avoidable errors in workplace discipline — often despite having valid reasons to act. To help employers get it right the first time, SAEFA, in association with Gordon Angus & Associates, invites you to attend a...
The Leadership Vision of Mr Randir Singh SAEFA proudly introduces Mr Randir Singh as the new Chairperson, an industry leader whose career, values, and vision reflect a deepcommitment to ethical leadership and sustainable sector growth. His appointment comes at a time when employers across SouthAfrica are navigating both complex challenges and...
Please see below information dealing with payment for employees in respect of Heritage Day, 24 September 2025 How to pay employees for Heritage Day 2025
Please see note attached for information on how to pay employees in respect of Women’s Day this Saturday. How to pay employees for Women's Day 2025
We’re pleased to share a valuable opportunity for SAEFA member companies to support the financial wellbeing of their employees—at no cost to the company. As a follow-up to our recent financial wellness webinar with Masthead, they have offered to conduct onsite financial wellness workshops and one-on-one consultations with employees directly at...
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Please note that, effective 1 July 2025, the employer contribution rate to both the Pension and Provident Funds will increase from 8.10% to 8.30%. The employee contribution rate will remain unchanged at 7.5%. This adjustment is made in accordance with the Funds Surplus Apportionment arrangements. Please find attached an information note outlining...
See below relating to the Council Levies payable in terms of the Registration and Administration Expenses Collective Agreement (RAECA) and Dispute Resolution Agreement (DRA): Industry Circular No 2025 - 3 - Publication of a Section 32A Notice in Respect Raeca and the DRA
Please see below guidance on how to pay employees for Worker’s Day, 1 May 2025. How to pay employees for Worker's Day 2025
