Please note that the employer contribution rates for the pension and provident funds will increase on 1 July 2024 by 0.2%, meaning that contributions from employers will increase to 8.10%, with the employee contribution remaining at 7.5%. This is in accordance with the Funds Surplus Apportionment arrangements. EIPF_MIPF firm circular...
We hosted our Annual Shutdown Webinar to support employers in navigating one of the most risk-sensitive periods of the business year. Annual shutdown periods place employers under increased operational and compliance pressure. Without proper planning, businesses risk disputes, penalties, and reputational damage. This session was designed to provide clarity, guidance, and...
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...
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...
As we approach the end of the year, management teams will need to finalise arrangements for the annual shutdown period. As you may be aware, the Main Agreement has not been extended to non-parties, and it appears unlikely that it will be gazetted and extended before year-end. This means that...
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...
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
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...
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
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...
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...
