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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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...
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...
South Africa’s retirement reform is underway, and the Two-Pot Retirement System is set to reshape how employers and employees manage pension savings. In this recorded webinar, SAEFA and Masthead provided expert insights into the structure, implications, and compliance requirements of the new system. This session helped HR professionals, business owners, and...
Please see below the latest information regarding the 1 July 2025 wage increases for scheduled employees. Wage Increase letter to members 1 July 2025
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...
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
Please see below an explanatory circular regarding the renewal and extension of the Admin and Dispute Resolution Levies. The Admin Levy and the Dispute Resolution Levy will continue to be collected as per the renewed agreements, with effect from 17 April 2025. The levy amounts for both agreements remain unchanged and are...
