Labour Market News
COSATU presented its submission on the Budget’s Division of Revenue and Special Appropriations Bills
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) presented its submission on the 2026/27...
Understanding South Africa’s economic disappearance beyond unemployment
South Africa’s economic debate has become fixated on a single statistic: the unemployment rate. It...
10,000 new labour inspectors may cost taxpayers R10bn over three years
With only 2%-5% of workplaces currently inspected, the expansion aims to close longstanding...
Labour Law Amendment Bill 2026: Legislative Developments and Economic Implications
The publication of the Labour Law Amendment Bill in Government Gazette No. 54220 on 26 February...
R10bn plan to hire 10,000 labour inspectors
Meth says expansion aims to close enforcement gaps as only 2%-5% of SA workplaces are currently...
Rocky Brands cleans up as it drives job creation
Firm manufactures, supplies cleaning products Rishav Juglall is the entrepreneur behind Rocky...
Walmart Opens Third South African Store
Walmart proudly opened the doors of its third South African store at East Point Shopping Centre in...
How Shoprite’s bet on South Africa paid off
Shoprite shares weren’t spared Tuesday’s market sell-off, falling 4.4% despite producing...
South Africa’s biggest retailer feels the squeeze
Shoprite remains one of South Africa’s most successful retailers, delivering strong...
19 March marks the start of something big as Jumbo Mall opens in Emalahleni
With just a few weeks to go until opening day, Jumbo Mall is preparing to welcome its first...
Walmart Opens Its Third Store in SA: Boksburg
Walmart Boksburg is all about energy South Africans know and love This past weekend, Hello...
From ‘independent’ to employed? The labour law shake-up you didn’t see coming
The delivery driver bringing you dinner. The ride-hailing operator weaving through traffic to get...
Walmart Boksburg is Now Open!
The opening of the third South African store in Boksburg offers low prices, job creation, support...
ANC Eastern Cape confirms March 2026 conferences and extends BGM deadline
The PEC has set final conference dates, extended branch meeting deadlines and outlined its 2026...
Shoprite going in for the kill
Africa’s largest supermarket chain is holding onto lower prices in an attempt to win...
Petrol Levy Increase Overshadows VAT Reversal, Raising Costs for SA Consumers and Businesses (2026 Guide)
Image: iStock Quick Answer (2026) This 2026 utility and public-service guide helps Gauteng...
Owner urged to come forward after Ormonde building collapse
Minister Dean McPherson calls for accountability as probe begins into Johannesburg building...
Public Service Unions To Protest Proposed Gems Contribution Increase
The Congress of South African Trade Unions-affiliated public service unions , including the...
Labour secures pension and severance gains
Picture: Gallo Images Stringent labour law amendments that caused tension between the government...
Cosatu Welcomes Eskom’s Reduced Tariff, Hails Potential Job Creation in Ferrochrome Industry
Cosatu applauds Eskom's decision to provide a reduced electricity tariff to ferrochrome producers,...
Walmart Announces Opening Date for Third South African Store
Doors open Saturday, 28 February 2026, at Eastpoint Shopping Centre, Boksburg Opening of third...
Cosatu welcomes Eskom’s decision to offer reduced rates to Samancor Chrome and Glencore-Merafe Chrome
The new proposed rate is much lower than the current charge of R1.36 cents per kilowatt-hour. The...
Pressure Mounts on Finance Minister Ahead of Budget Speech
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is set to deliver the national Budget in the National Assembly...
‘Feel better’ budget: What to expect from Godongwana’s speech
The medical aid tax rebate and fuel levy hikes are set to dominate scrutiny of South Africa’s...