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Why Collective Bargaining Still Matters
Much has been said recently about the extension of bargaining council collective agreements to non-parties, particularly in industries where terms […]
SEIFSA CONFERENCE MARKS THE START OF ENERGY CONVERSATION WITH MINISTER RAMOKGOPA
Johannesburg, June 11 2026 — Minister of Electricity and Energy Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa told the SEIFSA Energy Conference on Thursday […]
THE WOMEN TAKING CHARGE OF THE METAL & ENGINEERING SECTOR
21 May 2026 – If anything unites the finalists of SEIFSA’s 2025 Businesswoman of the Year Award, it’s their resilience, […]
Breathalyser Testing, Zero-Tolerance Policies, and Fair Dismissal: A Practical Guide for Employers
Employers, particularly those operating in safety-sensitive industries, often adopt strict zero-tolerance policies on alcohol in the workplace. While these policies […]
Continuation of Levy Payments to the MEIBC Administration and Dispute Resolution Agreements at Current Rates
The MEIBC Registration and Administration Expenses and Dispute Resolution Collective Agreements lapse on 17 April 2026. This notwithstanding, an application […]
How Infinite Industries is Fighting the War Against Waste
Johannesburg, 10 March 2026 – The passion Maggie Infante, CEO of Infinite Industries, has for our planet is both contagious […]
Budget 2026: Stabilisation Must Now Deliver Growth
SEIFSA MEMBERS BRIEFING NOTE ON BUDGET 2026 The purpose of this briefing note is to provide SEIFSA members with a […]
COSATU Protest Action 26 February 2026
Introduction Management may be aware, from media reports, that the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU), intends calling workers […]
SEIFSA Report flags material risks facing Metals and Engineering Sector in 2026
Johannesburg, February 19 2026 – The South African Metals & Engineering Sector faces a difficult 2026, according to the SEIFSA […]
Harmless flirting or sexual harassment
INTRODUCTION Majority of employees spend most of their time in the workplace. This makes workplaces fertile ground for building friendships […]
Ensuring fairness and consistency in disciplinary action
The recent ruling in Goodyear South Africa (Pty) Ltd v Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration and Others (PR142/22) [2024] […]
Dismissal Misconduct: Substance Abuse
INTRODUCTION The evolving landscape surrounding substance use, particularly alcohol and cannabis, in the workplace presents new challenges for employers. While […]
Addressing Absenteeism, Abscondment, and Desertion: A Practical Guide for Employers
Addressing Absenteeism, Abscondment, and Desertion: A Practical Guide for Employers INTRODUCTION In the fast-paced and often busy months of December […]
Employee behaviour outside the office – employer rights and responsibilities
A recent high-profile incident on a domestic flight has sparked conversation about the extent of an employer’s authority to discipline […]