HIV TESTING IN THE WORKPLACE

EXTRA PUBLIC HOLIDAY ON MONDAY
10 AUGUST 2026

This year 9 August (National Women’s Day) falls on a Sunday. Therefore Monday, 10 August 2026, is also a public holiday. So, what must employees be paid?

EMPLOYMENT OF FOREIGN NATIONALS – WHAT EMPLOYERS MUST KNOW

Understanding your legal obligations, verification duties, and record-keeping requirements has never been more important.

WORK VISA EXTENSION FOR FOREIGNERS

Home Affairs extends Zimbabwean Exemption Permits (ZEP’s), Lesotho Exemption Permits (LEP’s) & concessions for waiver and appeal applications by foreigners.

IMPORTANT AMENDMENTS TO COIDA: WHAT EMPLOYERS SHOULD KNOW

Recent COIDA amendments affect workplace injury reporting, inspections, compensation rights, rehabilitation obligations, and employer compliance requirements.

NEW EARNINGS THRESHOLD AS FROM 1 MAY 2026

New BCEA earnings threshold from 1 May 2026. Employers must review which employees now qualify for overtime, working time protections and other statutory rights.