In this SAEFA Skill Share Session, we unpack one of the most critical pillars of running a compliant and sustainable business - Occupational Health and Safety (OHS). Hosted by SAEFA, this session provides practical insights into workplace safety, employer obligations, and how businesses can align with regulatory requirements while protecting their...
The 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) has set a decisive tone for the year ahead — but what does it mean in practical terms for employers operating in the metals, engineering, and manufacturing sectors? In this exclusive SAEFA Skills Share Session, industry analyst Chris Hattingh unpacked the key themes...
Payroll is no longer a back-office process - it is a core business risk that directly affects compliance, employee trust, and organisational sustainability. In this SAEFA Skill Share Session, Payroll as a Risk Function, industry insights focus on why payroll must be treated as a strategic risk area, particularly as regulatory...
Our latest SAEFA Skill-Share Session brought together industry professionals, employers, and leaders for an in-depth look at the political and economic landscape shaping 2026 — and what these shifts mean for business readiness in 2025. This session unpacked how political stability, policy uncertainty, and regulatory developments are influencing decision-making across the...
On Tuesday, 30 September 2025, SAEFA members gathered online for another insightful Skill-Share session, featuring Chris Hattingh, Executive Director at the Centre for Risk Analysis (CRA). The discussion explored pressing questions around South Africa’s economic outlook, including: SARB Mandate vs. Structural Reform – Can monetary tools alone meaningfully stimulate growth? Restoring Investor Confidence...
In this session, Gordon Angus and Caireen Hains explored how power, policy, and personal brand intersect to shape inclusive workplaces where everyone—regardless of gender—can thrive. Key insights: Policy only matters when put into practice. Personal brand plays a role in credibility, influence, and allyship. Inclusive leadership redistributes power and amplifies under-represented voices. Accountability and measurable...
On 22 July 2025, SAEFA hosted its 8th Skill-Share Session, featuring Raksha Mahabeer, strategic marketing expert and co-founder of the award-winning agency SummerTime. This exclusive session for SAEFA members focused on how market segmentation can be a powerful tool for manufacturing and engineering businesses to create sharper positioning and drive...
In this informative SAEFA Skill-Share session, the spotlight is on health and safety compliance—an often overlooked yet critical pillar of industrial operations. The presenter walks through real-world strategies to build a culture of safety in the workplace, aligning engineering practices with regulatory standards and ethical responsibilities. From risk assessments to proactive...
Rowen Pillai leads this insightful SAEFA Skill‑Share session, diving into the intersection of Lean Engineering principles and the rising role of AI in today's industry. He unpacks practical strategies to apply Lean methodologies—such as waste elimination, streamlined workflows, and continuous improvement—while illustrating how AI tools can enhance these efforts by automating...
Our March SAEFA Skill-Share Session, exclusively for SAEFA members, builds on February’s focus on mindset management by exploring the importance of preparedness and adaptability for SMMEs. In today’s ever-changing business environment, strategic planning alone isn’t enough. This session will equip small to medium-sized manufacturers with insights on how to pivot effectively,...
