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How to Use AI to Prepare for Disciplinary Enquiries Webinar – 6 March 2025

We are excited to introduce a brand new, cutting edge webinar, How to Use AI to Prepare for Disciplinary Enquiries, where we'll unlock the power of artificial intelligence to transform your preparation process.  In today's fast-paced business environment, being well-prepared for disciplinary matters is crucial, and AI technology offers a game-changing...

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Effective Implementation of the EEA – 12 February 2025

The Employment Equity Amendment Act, effective from 1 January 2025, has ushered in a new era of workplace transformation.  This isn't just another regulatory change — it's a fundamental reimagining of how we approach diversity, inclusion, and equality in our organisations. The Department of Employment and Labour isn't just sitting back. ...

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SAEFA Skill-Share Session Recap: Mind the Generational Gap! with Kulani Shiluvane

In this dynamic SAEFA Skill‑Share session, Kulani Shiluvane and Brad explore the powerful influence of generational diversity on workplace dynamics. They unpack how age-based expectations shape communication styles, work values, and collaboration. With real-world examples, they highlight practical methods to foster intergenerational understanding—unlocking team cohesion and improved performance across engineering, operations,...

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Employment Equity Amendment Act

At the end of last year, we shared that the Employment Equity Amendment Act would be made effective from 1 January 2025.  Since then, we have received several queries from businesses that employ less than 50 employees, enquiring as to whether they needed to deregister with the Department, as they...

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“We have been long-standing members of SAEFA, having supported the split from SEIFSA due to unfavourable labour agreements. SAEFA’s commitment to enter into agreements that are favourable to both employers and the industry at large has been one of the key reasons we chose to remain with them”.

Our company specialises in producing castings in various grades of Grey Cast Iron and Spheroidal Graphite Iron (SG Iron), ranging from 1kg to 12,500kg. These castings are typically used in industries such as Mining, Pumps, and Valves, though our capabilities extend beyond these sectors. We have been long-standing members of SAEFA,...

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“The most significant benefits of being a member include having representation at the MEIBC during wage negotiations, receiving expert advice on industrial relations, and staying updated on industry trends and developments”.

Our company specialises in the manufacture and supply of both standard and specialised fasteners for a wide range of industries, including mining, automotive, renewable energy, rail, construction, powerlines, and more. We initially joined SAEFA because we were dissatisfied with our previous employer organisation. SAEFA offered an alternative that was more closely...

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“SAEFA has played a crucial role in engaging and training us on legislation and industry-related changes, which has been invaluable during challenging times”.

West Rand Engineering Works (Pty) Ltd partnered with SAEFA to align with their mission of advancing fair and legal workplace practices and achieving industrial peace. As a key supplier in the manufacturing sector, we provide essential products such as valves, pipe fittings, hoses, and couplings for the mining and water...

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“Being a member of SAEFA has positively impacted our company, particularly during restructuring after lockdown. Networking with other members has helped us form valuable connections and partnerships, advancing our company further”.

As a leading manufacturer and distributor of fasteners, commonly known as nuts and bolts, CBC Fasteners (Pty) Ltd sought to align with an independent association that better suited our evolving business needs. We found SAEFA's balanced approach to labor relations highly beneficial. One key advantage is that wage increases are...

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