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When work harms your wellbeing: Legal protections for mental health

What legal protections exist for employees suffering from mental health issues due to work?

News South Africa
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Unlocking job opportunities: KZN's cannabis processing facility initiative

Amid rising unemployment, the KwaZulu-Natal government is launching a Shared Cannabis Processing Facility to stimulate the local economy and empower rural communities through job creation.

Mercury
Thami Magubane|Published

Impending gas crisis in South Africa: 70,000 jobs at stake as Mozambique supplies dwindle

As Mozambique's gas supplies dwindle, South Africa faces a critical gas crisis that could jeopardise 70,000 jobs and impact industries nationwide

Business
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Top 10 most in demand roles in South Africa’s evolving job market

Explore the evolving job market in South Africa as we reveal the top 10 most in-demand roles, including managerial positions and software developers, based on the latest PNET Job Market Trends report

Business Jobs
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

High Court reserves judgment in DA’s battle against Employment Equity Amendment Act

The Pretoria High Court has reserved judgment in the DA’s legal challenge to the Employment Equity Amendment Act, focusing on concerns over demographic targets and claims of unfair discrimination.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

ANC says DA's fight against Equity Law undermines South Africa's transformation goals

The ANC defends the Employment Equity Act as a vital tool for redressing apartheid-era injustices and achieving genuine economic inclusion, rejecting the DA’s claims that it undermines merit or deters investment.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Zille criticises race-based job targets as DA challenges court ruling

The Democratic Alliance's legal challenge against the Employment Equity Act amendments raises critical questions about race and gender quotas in South Africa. As Helen Zille argues for fair job access, the government defends its transformative measures. What will this court battle mean for the future of employment equity?

Weekend Argus News
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Zille slams 'race-based job targets' as DA heads to court

he DA is challenging amendments to the Employment Equity Act in the Pretoria High Court, arguing that race- and gender-based targets are unconstitutional quotas. The government defends the changes as essential for workplace transformation.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Appeal granted for Nissan SA ex-employee ordered to repay over R350,000 for studies in Japan

Nissan SA wants former employee, Senyatsi Bennita Phasha to pay back money spent on her while she was studying in Japan for two years and subsequently failed to stay with the company upon her return.

News Crime and Courts
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

New funding round from National Treasury's Jobs Fund to boost green and informal economies

The Jobs Fund has announced a new funding round aimed at innovative projects in green and informal economies. Learn how to apply for grants and make a difference in your community.

Mercury
Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Last chance for South African matric pupils to join the Allan Gray Fellowship Programme

Matric pupils across South Africa are urged to seize the opportunity to apply for the Allan Gray Fellowship Programme, which offers mentorship, funding, and entrepreneurial development to shape the next generation of responsible entrepreneurs. Don't miss your chance to transform your future – applications close on April 30, 2025!

News South Africa
Karen Singh|Published

Anant Singh unpacks vision for Durban film studio project, will boost city's GDP and create jobs

Anant Singh, a Durban businessman and filmmaker, discusses the ongoing challenges in establishing eThekwini Film City, a project aimed at boosting the local economy and creating jobs, amidst claims of municipal sabotage.

Mercury News
Thami Magubane|Published

Department of health to absorb 1,650 new medical personnel following R1. 780 billion budget boost

Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi revealed that the department would be hiring 1,200 doctors, 200 nurses, and an additional 250 healthcare workers in other various professions.

News South Africa
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Mashatile: 'Clean up Gauteng, curb crime to unlock R300 billion investment potential'

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has called on Gauteng to transform itself through infrastructure development, crime reduction, and a 'clean city campaign' to secure R300 billion in investments. Speaking at the inaugural Gauteng Investment Conference, Mashatile emphasised that the province's role as South Africa's economic powerhouse, contributing 35% to national GDP, makes its revitalisation critical for achieving the country's 3% growth target.

The Star News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Mashatile: 'Clean up Gauteng, curb crime to unlock R300 billion investment potential'

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has called on Gauteng to transform itself through infrastructure development, crime reduction, and a 'clean city campaign' to secure R300 billion in investments. Speaking at the inaugural Gauteng Investment Conference, Mashatile emphasised that the province's role as South Africa's economic powerhouse, contributing 35% to national GDP, makes its revitalisation critical for achieving the country's 3% growth target.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Bank Zero and Green Riders: empowering SA’s marginalised youth through entrepreneurship

Discover how the partnership between Bank Zero and Green Riders is revolutionising entrepreneurship for South Africa’s marginalised youth, providing innovative banking solutions to support vital small and medium-sized enterprises.

Business Report Entrepreneurs
Philippa Larkin|Published

Gauteng launches inaugural investment conference with ambitious R300 billion pledge target

Gauteng is poised to secure over R300 billion in investment pledges from more than 50 companies at Thursday's inaugural Investment Conference at Melrose Arch. Top government officials including Deputy President Mashatile and Premier Lesufi will outline plans to transform the province's economy, create jobs, and address infrastructure challenges as South Africa's economic powerhouse aims to double its R1. 1 trillion economy.

The Star News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Gauteng launches inaugural Investment Conference with ambitious R300 billion pledge target

Gauteng is poised to secure over R300 billion in investment pledges from more than 50 companies at Thursday's inaugural Investment Conference at Melrose Arch. Top government officials including Deputy President Mashatile and Premier Lesufi will outline plans to transform the province's economy, create jobs, and address infrastructure challenges as South Africa's economic powerhouse aims to double its R1. 1 trillion economy.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Tshwane approves Rosslyn automotive hub plan set to create 150 000 jobs

The newly approved 7 157-hectare automotive manufacturing hub in Rosslyn aims to become Africa's largest industrial park, with BMW, Nissan, Tata, and Iveco already established in the area. The 40-50 year development project promises billions in investment and comprehensive infrastructure development.

The Star News
Rapula Moatshe|Published

Tshwane approves Rosslyn automotive hub plan set to create 150 000 jobs

The newly approved 7 157-hectare automotive manufacturing hub in Rosslyn aims to become Africa's largest industrial park, with BMW, Nissan, Tata, and Iveco already established in the area. The 40-50 year development project promises billions in investment and comprehensive infrastructure development.

News
Rapula Moatshe|Published

April holiday hack | How SA workers can get 12 days off using just four leave days

South African workers can still secure an impressive 12-day break this April while using just 4 days of annual leave. With multiple public holidays falling close together, including Good Friday, Family Day and Freedom Day, this rare opportunity offers the perfect chance to recharge without depleting your leave balance. Here's how to make it work for you

Business Jobs
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Families reunited after Myanmar trafficking ordeal

According to the Hawks, some of the South African victims suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder as a result of their ordeal and only wanted to be reunited with their families.

Cape Times News
Karen Singh|Published

Repatriation of trafficked South Africans highlights ongoing human trafficking issues

Twenty-three South Africans have returned home after being lured to Myanmar with false job promises, held captive, and forced to work in cybercrime compounds. Their rescue highlights South Africa's improving but still inadequate response to human trafficking, as the country moves up to Tier 2 in global trafficking rankings.

News South Africa
Karen Singh|Published

Eastern Cape tea estates request R400 million government bailout

Magwa and Majola tea estates, which employ hundreds of workers in Eastern Cape, have requested a R400 million government bailout after years of financial problems. The estates need a significant capital injection to restructure their core operations, with management indicating they actually require up to R500 million over three years for a complete turnaround.

Business
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Google aims to create 300,000 jobs in South Africa by 2030

Google has committed to creating 300,000 jobs in South Africa by 2030 through its new R2. 5 billion Cloud region in Johannesburg and skills development initiatives. The tech giant projects over R90 billion in economic output for the country, as South Africa battles one of the world's highest unemployment rates at 31. 9%

Business Jobs
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published