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CONSTITUTIONAL COURT JUDGMENT ON PARENTAL LEAVE

CONSTITUTIONAL COURT JUDGMENT ON PARENTAL LEAVE

We previously reported that the Constitutional Court had been tasked with determining whether certain provisions of the BCEA and the...
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 SEIFSA IN-COMING PRESIDENT MERVYN NAIDOO CALLS FOR A BOLD INDUSTRIAL AGENDA ANCHORED IN INFRASTRUCTURE-LED GROWTH 

 SEIFSA IN-COMING PRESIDENT MERVYN NAIDOO CALLS FOR A BOLD INDUSTRIAL AGENDA ANCHORED IN INFRASTRUCTURE-LED GROWTH 

JOHANNESBURG, 6 October 2025 – Mervyn Naidoo Group Chief Executive Officer, Actom (Pty) Ltd was elected President of the Steel...
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The importance of drafting a valid will   

The importance of drafting a valid will   

Time and again, we have watched as families battle in court for the distribution assets belonging to a deceased estate....
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NEW CODE OF GOOD PRACTICE ON DISMISSAL GAZETTED

NEW CODE OF GOOD PRACTICE ON DISMISSAL GAZETTED

The Minister of Employment and Labour published the new Code of Good Practice: Dismissals, on 4 September 2025. The new...
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SEIFSA-SPONSORED METALS INNOVATION HUB HONOURS SUCCESSFUL SMES

SEIFSA-SPONSORED METALS INNOVATION HUB HONOURS SUCCESSFUL SMES

Johannesburg, 3 September 2025 - Emerging SMEs were celebrated at the Metals Innovation Hub Exhibition and Certification ceremony on August...
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SEIFSA’S WOMEN OF STEEL CONFERENCE CELEBRATES STRONG FEMALE LEADERS

SEIFSA’S WOMEN OF STEEL CONFERENCE CELEBRATES STRONG FEMALE LEADERS

Johannesburg, 26 August 2025, the women on the panel at the Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (SEIFSA)...
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SEIFSA ADDS PADEL TO ITS SUCCESSFUL GOLF DAY MENU

SEIFSA ADDS PADEL TO ITS SUCCESSFUL GOLF DAY MENU

Johannesburg, 22 August 2025 — The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (SEIFSA) and its affiliated members took...
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THE SEIFSA TRAINING CENTRE’S ANSWER TO THE CURRENT ENVIRONMENT OF ECONOMIC UNCERTAINTY

THE SEIFSA TRAINING CENTRE’S ANSWER TO THE CURRENT ENVIRONMENT OF ECONOMIC UNCERTAINTY

Johannesburg, 18 August 2025 — South Africa is bracing itself for the full effect of the US’s recent imposition of...
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SEIFSA INITIAL REPORT ON THE IMPACT OF UNITED STATES TARIFFS ON THE METALS AND ENGINEERING SECTOR – UPDATE 2

SEIFSA INITIAL REPORT ON THE IMPACT OF UNITED STATES TARIFFS ON THE METALS AND ENGINEERING SECTOR – UPDATE 2

BACKGROUND On 7 July 2025, the United States announced a 30% import tariff on South African exports, effective 1 August 2025....
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 Right to privacy vs proving a defence 

 Right to privacy vs proving a defence 

On 4 February 1997, the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa came into effect. The Constitution defines South Africa...
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 SEIFSA NAMES CEO DESIGNATE 

 SEIFSA NAMES CEO DESIGNATE 

 Johannesburg, 30 June 2025, SEIFSA Federation President, Elias Monage announced that Tafadzwa (Taffie) Chibanguza will be appointed to the role...
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SEIFSA TRAINING CENTRE’S CAREER DAY SPREADS GOOD NEWS ABOUT STEM

SEIFSA TRAINING CENTRE’S CAREER DAY SPREADS GOOD NEWS ABOUT STEM

Johannesburg, 25 June 2025 - While STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) is familiar to most of us, STEMi may...
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The Steel Master Plan has stalled – a new Industrial Compact is urgently needed

The Steel Master Plan has stalled – a new Industrial Compact is urgently needed

THE STEEL MASTER PLAN HAS STALLED – A NEW INDUSTRIAL COMPACT IS URGENTLY NEEDED South Africa’s steel and engineering sector...
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Management Brief – Wage increases

Management Brief – Wage increases

Annual Wage increases  Details of the wage increase Effective from 1 July 2025 METAL INDUSTRY WAGE INCREASES During the 2024 wage...
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SUSPENSION PENDING DISCIPLINARY ACTION: WHEN IS SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY JUSTIFIED?

SUSPENSION PENDING DISCIPLINARY ACTION: WHEN IS SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY JUSTIFIED?

One of the common tools in an employer’s disciplinary arsenal is the precautionary suspension of an employee, pending the outcome...
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IMPORTANT NOTICE

IMPORTANT NOTICE

GAZETTAL OF THE MEIBC ADMINISTRATION AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION LEVIES AS AT 17 APRIL 2025
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FINAL SECTORAL TARGETS AND EMPLOYMENT EQUITY REGULATIONS GAZETTED

FINAL SECTORAL TARGETS AND EMPLOYMENT EQUITY REGULATIONS GAZETTED

On the 15 April 2025, two significant sets of regulations under the Employment Equity Act (EEA) were published in Government...
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EXPIRY OF THE MEIBC ADMINISTRATION AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION LEVIES ON 31 MARCH 2025

EXPIRY OF THE MEIBC ADMINISTRATION AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION LEVIES ON 31 MARCH 2025

Members may be aware that the current Bargaining Council Administration and Dispute Resolution Levies will expire on 31 March 2025....
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 SEIFSA WELCOMES THE FOCUS ON PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS IN THE NATIONAL BUDGET 

 SEIFSA WELCOMES THE FOCUS ON PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS IN THE NATIONAL BUDGET 

 Johannesburg, 12 March 2025 – The 2025 Budget is presented against an uncertain global and difficult domestic economic environment, wherein...
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New Earning Threshold in Terms of the Basic Conditions of Employment

New Earning Threshold in Terms of the Basic Conditions of Employment

The Minister of Employment and Labour has recently published the new earning threshold in terms of Section 6(3) of the...
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Draft Code of Good Practice on Dismissal

Draft Code of Good Practice on Dismissal

On 22 January 2025, the Department of Employment and Labour published the Draft Code of Good Practice on Dismissal (draft...
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Spiritual Leave

Spiritual Leave

The BCEA provides for annual leave, sick leave, maternal leave, parental leave, adoption leave and family responsibility leave. With regards...
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Harmless flirting or sexual harassment 

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...
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Ensuring fairness and consistency in disciplinary action 

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]...
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Dismissal Misconduct: Substance Abuse  

Dismissal Misconduct: Substance Abuse  

INTRODUCTION  The evolving landscape surrounding substance use, particularly alcohol and cannabis, in the workplace presents new challenges for employers. While...
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Addressing Absenteeism, Abscondment, and Desertion: A Practical Guide for Employers 

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...
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Employee behaviour outside the office – employer rights and responsibilities

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...
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ARCELORMITTAL DECIDES FINALLY ON LONG STEEL’S

ARCELORMITTAL DECIDES FINALLY ON LONG STEEL’S

Johannesburg, 9 January 2025 – ArcelorMittal (SA) has made a final decision on mothballing its long-steel operations at its Newcastle...
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SEIFSA’S NEW YEAR MESSAGE: AN INCLUSIVE STRATEGY FOR THE STEEL INDUSTRY

SEIFSA’S NEW YEAR MESSAGE: AN INCLUSIVE STRATEGY FOR THE STEEL INDUSTRY

Johannesburg, 8 January 2025 – South African business sentiment rose to its highest level during 2024, as constant electricity supply...
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SEIFSA’s Year-End Message: South Africa Needs a Growing Economy

SEIFSA’s Year-End Message: South Africa Needs a Growing Economy

Johannesburg, 6 December 2024 - As 2024 draws to a close, a welcome air of optimism is evident. The elections...
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SEIFSA Training Centre Showcases its Incubation Hub at Students’ Prize-giving

SEIFSA Training Centre Showcases its Incubation Hub at Students’ Prize-giving

Johannesburg, 27 November 2024 - The SEIFSA Training Centre, which is run in partnership with Thuthukisa, showcased its Incubation Hub...
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SEIFSA Celebrates Industry Achievers at 2024 Excellence Awards

SEIFSA Celebrates Industry Achievers at 2024 Excellence Awards

Johannesburg, 21 November 2024 - The brightest and best of the Metals and Engineering sector were honoured at the SEIFSA...
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ANNUAL SHUTDOWN ARRANGEMENTS FOR THIS YEAR 2024

ANNUAL SHUTDOWN ARRANGEMENTS FOR THIS YEAR 2024

The time of the year is fast approaching where management will have to finalise their annual shutdown arrangements. The key...
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SEIFSA WELCOMES A PRO-GROWTH MEDIUM TERM POLICY STATEMENT 

SEIFSA WELCOMES A PRO-GROWTH MEDIUM TERM POLICY STATEMENT 

Johannesburg, 30 October 2024. The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (SEIFSA) commends the National Treasury on a...
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CBAM AND ESG UNDER THE MICROSCOPE AT SEIFSA AND DANISH INDUSTRY CONFERENCE

CBAM AND ESG UNDER THE MICROSCOPE AT SEIFSA AND DANISH INDUSTRY CONFERENCE

Johannesburg, 8 October 2024 - The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (SEIFSA) in partnership with the Danish...
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SEIFSA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING REAFFIRMS ITS MANDATE TO THE SEIFSA BOARD

SEIFSA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING REAFFIRMS ITS MANDATE TO THE SEIFSA BOARD

JOHANNESBURG, 4 October 2024 – Elias Monage received a unanimous vote of support to continue as Federation President at the...
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ACTION OVER TALK THE FOCUS OF SEIFSA’S   MINISTERIAL CONFERENCE

ACTION OVER TALK THE FOCUS OF SEIFSA’S   MINISTERIAL CONFERENCE

Johannesburg, 18 September 2024 - Making the re-industrialization of South Africa a reality was a key focus at the Metals &...
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SEIFSA COMMENTS ON PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE REGULATIONS TO THE SECOND-HAND GOODS ACT, 2009 

SEIFSA COMMENTS ON PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE REGULATIONS TO THE SECOND-HAND GOODS ACT, 2009 

On 12 July 2024 the Civilian Secretariat for the Police Service published an invitation for public comments to proposed amendments...
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ACCESS TO HOUSING FOR INDUSTRY WORKERS

ACCESS TO HOUSING FOR INDUSTRY WORKERS

SEIFSA, on behalf of the 18 member organizations, concluded a settlement agreement this year with the industry’s five trade unions...
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TIME FOR LEVEL HEADS AND A STEADY HAND

TIME FOR LEVEL HEADS AND A STEADY HAND

Wednesday, 5 June 2024, as political parties continue to engage to form coalition partnerships, SEIFSA joins the broader business chorus...
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SEIFSA and NUMSA conclude Historic Agreement in record time

SEIFSA and NUMSA conclude Historic Agreement in record time

After three formal engagements SEIFSA and NUMSA have concluded the terms of a historic three-year wage agreement for the period...
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SEIFSA and unions call for a metals and engineering industries  reconstruction, reindustrialization and development plan

SEIFSA and unions call for a metals and engineering industries reconstruction, reindustrialization and development plan

Negotiations on the 10 April held between SEIFSA representing the 18 affiliated Employer Organizations, NUMSA, Solidarity, UASA, MEWUSA, SAEWA and...
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Union Demands Documentation

Union Demands Documentation

Updated Documents Annexure E (NUM) (1) MA Negs 2024_Process Agreement_Signed MEIBC WAGES DEMANDS 2024 MEWUSA MA Negs 2024_ Associations Demand...
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Expect More from this round of negotiations

Expect More from this round of negotiations

Incendiary rhetoric related to main agreement negotiations has been a recurrent issue post 2010 and as this year’s negotiations approach,...
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Initiating Negotiatons for the Amendment of an existing Agreement in terms of Clause 10 and Annexure E of the MEIBC Constitution

Initiating Negotiatons for the Amendment of an existing Agreement in terms of Clause 10 and Annexure E of the MEIBC Constitution

 25 March 2024  Mr. Sicelo Nduna  General Secretary  MEIBC  Facsimile: 086 636 8690  Email: sicelon@meibc.co.za  Dear Mr Nduna  INITIATING NEGOTIATONS...
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SEIFSA report outlines risks for Metals & Engineering sector in 2024

SEIFSA report outlines risks for Metals & Engineering sector in 2024

The outlook for the South African Metals & Engineering sector in 2024 is not as bleak as it was last...
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Industry Wage Negotiations Kick-off

Industry Wage Negotiations Kick-off

INDUSTRY WAGE NEGOTIATIONS KICK-OFF Negotiations this year will take place against a very difficult economic background. The sector is still...
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SEIFSA position on Scrap Metal Regulations

SEIFSA position on Scrap Metal Regulations

Johannesburg, 5 FEBRUARY 2024. In anticipation of the Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Minister Patel’s, decision on the way...
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Find the middle ground to avert collapse

Find the middle ground to avert collapse

South Africa’s metal and engineering sector, which is used as a measure of the overall economy’s performance is living through...
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Steel and Engineering Sector on the Precipice of an  Unprecedented Jobs Crisis

Steel and Engineering Sector on the Precipice of an Unprecedented Jobs Crisis

The employment trends in the metals and engineering sector are an important indicator for the underlying structural constraints that have...
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Growing the Economy is the Only way to Fix South Africa

Growing the Economy is the Only way to Fix South Africa

The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (SEIFSA) wishes all its member a productive and prosperous 2024, which...
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The Collapse of the Steel Master Plan and Disintegration of Industry

The Collapse of the Steel Master Plan and Disintegration of Industry

The steel industry is the backbone of any economy, it forms the foundation of any modern economy and is essential...
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Closure of Steel Production Capacity at ArcelorMittal will have devastating implications for South Africa and the Continent

Closure of Steel Production Capacity at ArcelorMittal will have devastating implications for South Africa and the Continent

Johannesburg, 29 November 2023. The announcement by ArcelorMittal South Africa on the closure of its operations in Newcastle and Vereeniging,...
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It\’s more than just about wages

It\’s more than just about wages

Monday, next week marks the commencement of the 2024 Main Agreement wage and conditions of employment negotiations with a dialogue...
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SAFTU’S Intended protest action  29 November 2023

SAFTU’S Intended protest action 29 November 2023

Introduction Management may be aware, from recent media reports, that the South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU), intends calling...
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Scrap Metal ban is not working and should not be extended

Scrap Metal ban is not working and should not be extended

Johannesburg, 21 November 2023. The SEIFSA Office has noted with concern submissions to the DTIC calling for the extension to...
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SEIFSA Awards for Excellence Honour Companies in the Metals and Engineering Sector

SEIFSA Awards for Excellence Honour Companies in the Metals and Engineering Sector

Companies in the Metals and Engineering Sector were recognised for their talent and hard work at the SEIFSA Awards for...
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COSATU intended protest action 3 November 2023

COSATU intended protest action 3 November 2023

Introduction Management may be aware, from recent media reports, that the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU), intends calling...
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SEIFSA welcomes the policy pronouncements in the  Medium-term Budget Policy Statement

SEIFSA welcomes the policy pronouncements in the Medium-term Budget Policy Statement

Johannesburg, 1 November 2023 - The 2023 Medium Term Budget Policy Statement (MTPBS) recognises, reflects and has been structured to...
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SEIFSA Bursary opportunity

SEIFSA Bursary opportunity

ABOUT THE SEIFSA BURSARYThe Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (SEIFSA) support and promotes the development of skilled...
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Still time to enter SEIFSA’s prestigious Awards for Excellence

Still time to enter SEIFSA’s prestigious Awards for Excellence

Companies in the Metals and Engineering Sector that are keen to showcase their innovative solutions and gain industry acclaim still...
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Elias Monage Elected SEIFSA president ahead of a tough and challenging year

Elias Monage Elected SEIFSA president ahead of a tough and challenging year

ELIAS MONAGE ELECTED SEIFSA PRESIDENT AHEAD OF A TOUGH AND CHALLENGING YEAR JOHANNESBURG, 6 October 2023 – Industry veteran and...
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Now would be a good time to join SEIFSA

Now would be a good time to join SEIFSA

The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (SEIFSA) proudly celebrates its 80th Anniversary this year and despite the...
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SEIFSA celebrates 80th anniversary with successful golf day

SEIFSA celebrates 80th anniversary with successful golf day

The Steel and Engineering Industry Federation of South Africa (SEIFSA) held a successful golf day on Friday, August 18 at...
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Industry Wage Increases effective 1 July 2023

Industry Wage Increases effective 1 July 2023

The implementation of industry increases effective 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024 marks the end of the three-year deal...
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The Organisation of the future will be Federal

The Organisation of the future will be Federal

The Steel and Engineering Industries of Southern Africa (SEIFSA) celebrates its 80th Anniversary this year and despite the many difficulties and successes...
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Deputy President Paul Mashatile meets Metals Industry Top CEOs

Deputy President Paul Mashatile meets Metals Industry Top CEOs

Deputy President Paul Mashatile met the Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (SEIFSA) Board and Executives as well...
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SEIFSA responds to the draft Employment Equity sector targets

SEIFSA responds to the draft Employment Equity sector targets

In response to a call for public comment the Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (SEIFSA), representing 18...
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SEIFSA HOSTS THE METAL INDUSTRIES COLLECTIVE BARAGINING SUMMIT ON 24 & 25 MAY 2023

SEIFSA HOSTS THE METAL INDUSTRIES COLLECTIVE BARAGINING SUMMIT ON 24 & 25 MAY 2023

Outages, rate hikes and increasing inflation is having a devastating impact on the metals and engineering sector. The impact has...
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SEIFSA’s Collective Bargaining Summit to get to grips with labour issues in Metal Industries

SEIFSA’s Collective Bargaining Summit to get to grips with labour issues in Metal Industries

The steel and engineering sector will have a chance to analyse and constructively debate the pros and cons of current...
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TESD urges members to observe incoming NLMP legislation

TESD urges members to observe incoming NLMP legislation

“In my mind we are facing three main disruptors in the labour market that are going to result in the...
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President Ramaphosa welcomes constructive engagement with steel sector

President Ramaphosa welcomes constructive engagement with steel sector

President Cyril Ramaphosa met with business leaders in the steel and engineering industries on 18 April 2023 to discuss measures...
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The lack of qualified Artisans is a constraint to Economic Growth

The lack of qualified Artisans is a constraint to Economic Growth

A functioning economy must have a sufficient number of artisans if it is to fulfill its economic potential. From energy...
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Temporary Employment Services (TES)

Temporary Employment Services (TES)

The Metal Industry Main Agreement (MA) was gazetted by the Minister of Employment and Labour on 7 October and became...
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SEIFSA load shedding impact assessment on the Metals and Engineering Sector

SEIFSA load shedding impact assessment on the Metals and Engineering Sector

The energy crisis that is gripping South Africa presents the most significant risk and binding constraint to the economic prospects...
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Fixing industry: NEASA, get off the rooftops and into the ring

Fixing industry: NEASA, get off the rooftops and into the ring

When the President made the call to business to ‘’get off the rooftops’’ and ‘’into the ring’’ to play its...
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SAFTU’S Intended protest action  20 March 2023

SAFTU’S Intended protest action 20 March 2023

[vc_row][vc_column width=\"1/1\"][vc_column_text] Introduction Management may be aware, from recent media reports, that the South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU), of...
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BUSA on President Cyril Ramaphosa cabinet reshuffle

BUSA on President Cyril Ramaphosa cabinet reshuffle

We note the announcement by President Ramaphosa of his reshuffled cabinet. The appointment of Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa as Minister of...
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SEIFSA and MSHEQ join forces to promote safety  in Metal & Engineering Sector

SEIFSA and MSHEQ join forces to promote safety in Metal & Engineering Sector

The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (SEIFSA) and MSHEQ Health and Safety Consultants and are joining forces...
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SEIFSA welcomes the 2023 national budget

SEIFSA welcomes the 2023 national budget

The 2023 National Budget recognises, reflects and has been structured to respond to key headwinds facing the global and South...
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SEIFSA Releases State of the Metals and Engineering Sector Report

SEIFSA Releases State of the Metals and Engineering Sector Report

The outlook for the Metals & Engineering (M&E) Sector this year is decidedly bleak, according to the State of the...
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BUSA Reaction to State of the Nation Address (SONA)

BUSA Reaction to State of the Nation Address (SONA)

 This SONA was delivered amid severe crises across critical economic and social spheres in our country. These include the energy...
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Main Agreement to be tested  in the  Constitutional Court

Main Agreement to be tested in the Constitutional Court

The metal industry main agreement will go down in history as having created a number of firsts. The first time...
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Another Tough Year Ahead

Another Tough Year Ahead

With the festive celebrations now behind us and having ushered in a new year, all indicators point to 2023 being...
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Decarbonizing South Africa’s Metals Sector : A Pathway to Sustainable Growth

Decarbonizing South Africa’s Metals Sector : A Pathway to Sustainable Growth

As the world faces the challenge of climate change, industries are coming under increasing pressure to reduce their carbon emissions....
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