insert_link Business / Economics Union to Present Support for Increase in S.A’s National Minimum Wage Cosatu says it will be presenting its submission to support the South Africa National Minimum Wage Commission’ recommendations of 1.5-percent increase for the national minimum wage for the 2025 financial year and finalise its proposals to Employment and Labour minister Nomakhosazana Meth. Cosatu’s Matthew Parks says the federation is urging the Minister to announce the final increase and ensure it comes into effect by no later than 1 March […] todayDecember 20, 2024 25
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Employment and Labour minister has expressed concern over the exploitation of foreign workers S.A's Employment and Labour minister Nomakhosazana Meth has expressed concern over the exploitation of foreign workers in South Africa. The minister briefed the media following nationwide blitz inspections where some establishments were found to be in violation of immigration laws. Meth noted the increase in foreign nationals treated unfairly in various work places: todayOctober 2, 2024 32
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Minister of Employment has acknowledged report showing an increase in unemployment South Africa's Minister of Employment and Labour, Nomakhosazana Meth, has acknowledged Statistics South Africa's second quarter report showing an increase in unemployment from 32.9-percent to 33.5-percent. Spokesperson Teboho Thejane says there are ongoing government interventions and partnerships with business to address economic challenges. He highlighted efforts to preserve jobs and support youth employment through initiatives like the Presidential Youth Employment Initiative: todayAugust 19, 2024 27