14% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 86% of employers who received payment, only 77% were paid in full. 25% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 75% of employers who received… more...

10th Allianz survey: Business interruption, Pandemic outbreak and Cyber incidents are the top three business risks for 2021 – all strongly interlinked. Cyber incidents, Business interruption and Pandemic outlook are the top three business risks in… more...

23% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 77% of employers who received payment, only 74% were paid in full. 24% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 76% of employers who received… more...

Negotiations are currently underway at the National Economic Development and Labour Council (NEDLAC) regarding the possible resumption of TERS funding for employees still affected by the lockdown regulations. Specific sectors, such as the… more...

While President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that South Africa’s Covid-19 vaccine strategy is well underway, with 20 million doses to be delivered in the first half of the year, this is just the first step, and effective supply chain management… more...

12% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 88% of employers who received payment, only 75% were paid in full. 21% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 79% of employers who received… more...

There are still many employers whose historic Covid-19 TERS claims have not been finalised. These employers have often encountered extreme difficulties in resolving these issues with the UIF, which was unable to deal with the magnitude of disputes… more...

The President, last night, discussed the Alert Level 3 lockdown regulations, as announced on 28 December 2020. The President indicated that the regulations, as announced on 28 December 2020, with only an amendment to the curfew, will remain.… more...

In a previous communique, we indicated that the Minister of Employment and Labour had published a government gazette, on 7 September 2020, indicating that the TERS benefits will be available until the end of the national disaster or until withdrawn… more...

15% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 85% of employers who received payment, only 77% were paid in full. 19% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 81% of employers who received… more...

Covid-19 proved to be the kind of global disruption some have been warning could happen. It affected the global economy, the way people work and put tens of millions out of work. It changed the way societies have engaged with themselves, and with… more...

“The situation here is bad - very, very bad,” says one of the thousands of truck drivers stranded at the Lebombo border crossing station in Komatipoort, Mpumalanga. With truck queues now stretching more than 25 kms and soaring temperatures often… more...

The President, last night, announced an extension of the curfew during which the movement of people is prohibited unless such person is travelling for a medical- or security emergency, or for work activities not prohibited in terms of table 2 of the… more...

Last night, the President announced new amendments to the Covid-19 Alert Level 1 lockdown regulations, by increasing the Alert Level to an amended Alert Level 3. The regulations take effect as of midnight on 28 December 2020. The amended regulations… more...

The country’s Liquor Traders Formations have issued a statement warning against another liquor trade ban, and have suggested measures which could instead be implemented to help curb the spread of Covid-19. The country’s liquor traders are on edge,… more...

The use of universal lockdowns in the event of the appearance of a new pathogen has no precedent. It has been a science experiment in real time, with most of the human population used as lab rats. The costs are legion. The question is whether… more...

The times we are living in are plenty of uncertainty and change in the individual day-by-day aspect of life and, undoubtedly, in the economic and business sense as well. All of it comes as a result of COVID-19’s impact in our lives. The automotive… more...

15% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 85% of employers who received payment, only 77% were paid in full. 20% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 80% of employers who received… more...

by Gerhard Papenfus Dear employer The latest Covid-19 restrictions have a severe impact on certain businesses situated in the affected areas. These decisions are made by bureaucrats and politicians who do not forfeit a single benefit through the… more...

Digital money will help stimulate the economy says Ukheshe There is growing appreciation of financial inclusion and its role in economic development. Tied closely to this is the role of mobile money and its contribution to promoting financial… more...

Last night, the President announced new regulations pertaining to the Alert Level 1 lockdown. As of midnight, on 14 December 2020, the following additional regulations will be applicable: the Garden Route and Sarah Baartman municipalities have been… more...

Trust has invested R76,5 million to support black-owned businesses Support offered throughout Covid-19 pandemic Tasked with supporting black-owned businesses in the automotive supply chain, the B-BBEE Initiatives Trust established by Volkswagen… more...

16% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 84% of employers who received payment, only 77% were paid in full. 21% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 79% of employers who received… more...

17% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 83% of employers who received payment, only 78% were paid in full. 20% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 80% of employers who received… more...

COVID-19 has put major stress on the global economy, but local FinTenchs are giving local consumers new ways to seamlessly take charge of the insurance, while adding to their life savings... 2020 has been one of the most challenging years in the… more...

Many governments are restricting information about COVID-19, clamping down on independent media and freedom of speech while polarisation and lack of political consensus have sparked unrest and distrust in elections and democratic processes. In 2020,… more...

How did the SMME sector cope during lockdown? Leading access to finance provider, Finfind, has released the results of its 2020 SA SMME COVID-19 Impact Report. The survey reveals comprehensive findings on the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on… more...

17% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 83% of employers who received payment, only 75% were paid in full. 20% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 80% of employers who received… more...

17% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 83% of employers who received payment, only 75% were paid in full. 23% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 77% of employers who received… more...

The full impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on sports sponsorship worldwide will only become clear over time but one thing is certain: everything has changed. Sponsors are re-evaluating their spend and looking at new ways to get returns on their… more...

Commuters travelling from Pretoria to Johannesburg and back again in August spent 10 hours a month less on the road when compared to February as traffic volumes dropped by 33%, from 1.94m trips in February to 1.29m in August on the N1 South and from… more...

21% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 79% of employers who received payment, only 76% were paid in full. 27% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 73% of employers who received… more...

Tell us about changes to your business after COVID-19 As many businesses needed to close for a portion of the year due to COVID-19 and the subsequent lockdown, December is going to be different to other years for certain organisations. Many… more...

Please note that the Department of Employment and Labour has issued a circular indicating that applications for TERS benefits for the period of 16 September to 15 October 2020 is open as of 23 November 2020. Applications for this period will close… more...

15% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 85% of employers who received payment, only 77% were paid in full. 19% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 81% of employers who received… more...

Künzelsau-based industrial company lends personnel and commits to supply CO2 detectors The motor and fan manufacturer Ziehl-Abegg is providing support for the Hohenlohe District Department of Health in the fight against COVID-19. To this end, the… more...

18% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 82% of employers who received payment, only 75% were paid in full. 24% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 76% of employers who received… more...

The President, this week, confirmed that the TERS benefits, for eligible employees, will be extended to 15 October 2020 and will not be suspended with effect from 15 September 2020 as previously indicated by the Minister of Employment and Labour. It… more...

Employees are the most important assets for all companies and as we move into the new, post-COVID-19 era, the global automotive industry will need to develop and invest in their most critical assets. To assist firms in developing productive,… more...

This week, the President announced that the National State of Disaster will be extended for a further month until 15 December 2020. However, some of the remaining regulations on economic activity and travel have been relaxed, effective from 12… more...

17% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 83% of employers who received payment, only 76% were paid in full. 24% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 76% of employers who received… more...

16% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 84% of employers who received payment, only 76% were paid in full. 26% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 74% of employers who received… more...

We have previously communicated that the TERS benefits, for selected categories of employees, has been extended to 15 November, in line with the extension of the National State of Disaster. This communication was based on a gazette published on 7… more...

On Friday, 30 October 2020, the Minister of Employment and Labour unexpectedly announced that the TERS benefits for employees who are still unable to attend work, due to the Covid-19 Level 1 lockdown regulations, will cease on 15 September 2020, and… more...

18% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 82% of employers who received payment, only 78% were paid in full. 25% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 75% of employers who received… more...

18% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 82% of employers who received payment, only 79% were paid in full. 27% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 73% of employers who received… more...

Written by Stacey Rudin Published in the American Institute for Economic Research on 19 October 2020 Parts of the article have been highlighted by EmpoweringSA's Media Department The third month of 2020 came with a friendly governmental FYI: “your… more...

Daniel Kibel, Co-Founder of CM Trading shares a few thoughts on self-employment during the pandemic. “As the COVID situation continues to unfold, financial resources remain quite stretched for many companies. A cross-section of organisations are… more...

As companies return to work, the threat of Covid-19 has not lessened and OH&S precautions are still essential to avoid resurgence of infections. IAcademy, the online division of Infinity Academy and Unischool, is offering a free online course that… more...

by Dr Reiner Fuellmich Dr. Fuellmich provides clear and rational analysis of today's worldwide psychological manipulation applications in the Covid-19 context. more...

NEASA has, since the introduction of the TERS payments scheme, continuously conducted a survey among employers to determine the percentage of claims paid by TERS. However, over time, the number of unpaid claims for the periods of April and May have… more...

DearSA attorneys Hurter Spies this week sent a letter to Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma asking her to provide reasons why she extended the lockdown earlier this month and to give an undertaking no… more...

Dear Road Freight employer As previously communicated, the NBCRFLI issued a circular informing the industry that it had implemented certain measures in an attempt to alleviate the impact of the national lockdown. Due to a significant number of… more...

Consumer spending has swung from total predictability to subtle shifts in product and store selection throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, and understanding the whys and wherefores behind these choices is valuable to shops, brands, and even the… more...

As South Africans are reaching the end of their Government’s pandemic management cycle, it seems as if the post-apocalyptic world is not the place many predicted it would be, and that the pandemic, reinforced as it has been by a recession, has not… more...

11% of employers still haven’t received their April UIF/TERS monies. Of the 89% of employers who received payment, only 70% were paid in full. 16% of employers still haven’t received their May UIF/TERS monies. Of the 84% of employers who received… more...

The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs has extended the National State of Disaster to 15 November 2020. The Minister of Employment and Labour, previously, extended the TERS benefits to be available for the duration of the… more...

The Department of Employment and Labour, on 1 October, quietly published new consolidated Covid-19 regulations to which workplaces must adhere. Although much of the previous regulations have been retained, there are a number of significant… more...

10% of employers still haven’t received their April UIF/TERS monies. Of the 90% of employers who received payment, only 72% were paid in full. 13% of employers still haven’t received their May UIF/TERS monies. Of the 87% of employers who received… more...

A global study by Vodafone Business, the 2020 Internet of Things (IoT) Spotlight report, reveals the impact the Internet of Things (IoT) has on businesses at a time when their digital capabilities are put to the test by the COVID-19 pandemic. The… more...

9% of employers still haven’t received their April UIF/TERS monies. Of the 91% of employers who received payment, only 75% were paid in full. 14% of employers still haven’t received their May UIF/TERS monies. Of the 86% of employers who received… more...

8% of employers still haven’t received their April UIF/TERS monies. Of the 92% of employers who received payment, only 73% were paid in full. 12% of employers still haven’t received their May UIF/TERS monies. Of the 88% of employers who received… more...

South Africa’s economy is languishing on the brink of one of the deepest recessions since 1992 with joblessness and retrenchments on the rise across all industries and economic sectors. While South Africa has been struggling with stagnant economic… more...

Johannesburg-based John Moffat Prolock (JMP) has been awarded a contract to supply government hospitals in Gauteng with its locally manufactured face shields. Jerome Govender, JMP Executive Director, said the company was facing decreased off-take… more...

11% of employers still haven’t received their April UIF/TERS monies. Of the 89% of employers who received payment, only 73% were paid in full. 15% of employers still haven’t received their May UIF/TERS monies. Of the 85% of employers who received… more...

Analysis on the COVID-19 vaccine process and how scientists are condensing a 10-year process into 12-18 months from Elissa Prichep, Precision Medicine Lead, World Economic Forum. Please feel free to quote. For further comment contact:… more...

9% of employers still haven’t received their April UIF/TERS monies. Of the 91% of employers who received payment, only 72% were paid in full. 17% of employers still haven’t received their May UIF/TERS monies. Of the 83% of employers who received… more...

IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, today announced a partnership with South African-listed Imperial to jointly develop a modular screening and treatment healthcare infrastructure program in sub-Saharan Africa to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.… more...

Consumers are increasingly focusing on low-mileage, pre-owned vehicles with InspectaCar Finance reporting a 160 per cent increase in applications from May 2020 when lockdown levels where first eased compared to August 2020. Applications have… more...

A suite of high-tech tools called RemoteConnect is enabling Cummins to support customers while maintaining social distancing and travel restrictions implemented during the Covid-19 crisis. The tools, which allow experts to remotely see what… more...

“There is a natural tendency for South Africans to look at the negative aspects of the nation’s economy under lockdown, but if we look on the brighter side, green shoots are in plain view,” says the chairman of the National Automobile Dealers’… more...

VWSA chosen as joint winner in Business category The award recognises VWSA’s efforts against Covid-19 In honour of their contribution to the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic, Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) was among the category winners… more...

11% of employers still haven’t received their April UIF/TERS monies. Of the 89% of employers who received payment, only 69% were paid in full. 18% of employers still haven’t received their May UIF/TERS monies. Of the 82% of employers who received… more...

Broadening its product range and striving to be first out of the blocks to take advantage of business opportunities are among positive developments which have occurred at South African truck and trailer body building company Serco in the wake of the… more...

11% of employers still haven’t received their April UIF/TERS monies. Of the 89% of employers who received payment, only 71% were paid in full. 16% of employers still haven’t received their May UIF/TERS monies. Of the 84% of employers who received… more...

by Sasha Planting Published by BUSINESS MAVERICK on 15 September 2020 This week the UK High Court provided clarity on the vexed subject of business interruption insurance, finding that the Covid-19 pandemic and the government lockdown and public… more...

Last night, the President announced that the Covid-19 alert level will be downgraded to Alert Level 1, as of midnight on 21 September 2020. Although the new regulations have not been published yet, the following amendments will be implemented: the… more...

This update – the fourth of its kind – contains an overview of the flow of goods for 24 respective countries that form the East and Southern Africa (ESA) region. This update is for August of 2020. The outbreak of COVID-19 continues to impact on… more...

The Berlin Motorwerk (motor plant) introduces improved ventilation design: aerosol risk reduced using biomimetic fans CEO Dr. Michael Gordon promises a reduced risk of coronavirus infection at events. His company runs the renowned Berlin event… more...

The toll of a pandemic on healthcare costs and provisioning Adapting to a new way of enabling and delivering quality healthcare for members during an ongoing pandemic will be key in the approach of medical schemes in 2021. According to Jacqui Nel,… more...

Following the news that Volkswagen has partnered with RCS Global, an agency specialising in supply chain analysis, to audit its suppliers for sustainability and ethics compliance; David Leggett, Automotive Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and… more...

Financial literacy has long been an issue in South Africa. Developing a national savings culture, ensuring consumers understand how to use credit responsibly and banking the un-banked are just a few of the top line issues we have fought to address… more...

Toyota South Africa Motors’ (TSAM) fight against the spread of COVID-19 in our country, and indeed in the province of KwaZulu-Natal where most of our staff reside, remains unwavering. Our commitment to curbing the spread of coronavirus as well as… more...

Your car is the most trustworthy means of transport during the coronavirus crisis Tyres, battery, fluid levels, windscreen wipers and lights – a thorough check will prevent unpleasant surprises Useful tips for inspections and repairs, plus revised… more...

The Minister of Employment and Labour has extended the TERS benefit scheme to 15 September 2020. Therefore, employers can claim on behalf of qualifying employees for the period of 16 August 2020 to 15 September 2020. However, as was the case in the… more...

Final call for SMEs to participate in national survey and stand a chance to win cash for their business Finfind - South Africa’s leading online access to finance solution for SMMEs, has partnered with Government, big business and other key national… more...

Liability exposures for companies around the world are increasing. Factors such as rising litigation, collective redress and large court verdicts, costly and frequent recalls in the automotive and food sectors, the disruptive impact of civil unrest… more...

by Malcolm Kendrick. Published by RT.com on 6 September 2020 "Lockdown can be seen as a complete and utter disaster. And it was all based on a nonsense, a claim that Covid was going to kill one percent. A claim that can now be seen to be utterly and… more...

In a bid to address the skills crisis of technicians across the automotive sector, 2019 saw the first intake of apprentices by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) at two Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges… more...

12% of employers still haven’t received their April UIF/TERS monies. Of the 88% of employers who received payment, only 68% were paid in full. 18% of employers still haven’t received their May UIF/TERS monies. Of the 82% of employers who received… more...

10% of employers still haven’t received their April UIF/TERS monies. Of the 90% of employers who received payment, only 71% were paid in full. 17% of employers still haven’t received their May UIF/TERS monies. Of the 83% of employers who received… more...

THE DEFINITIVE LOCKDOWN PRESENTATION INCLUDED HEREIN South Africa’s lockdown is medically futile, costing lives, wiping out savings, and destroying the economy. In fact, South Africa’s lockdown is turning out to be one of the most harmful lockdowns… more...

The African Union through the Africa Medical Supplies Platform (AMSP) has integrated vetted medical suppliers to ensure rapid access to affordable COVID-19 related supplies The collaboration aims to help alleviate supply and logistical constraints… more...

by Adam Ford Published by DISRN on 30 August 2020 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a new report detailing how many COVID-19 deaths in America also involved other underlying health conditions. According to the report, only 6%… more...

Middle-aged professionals and entrepreneurs have consistently shown to form the economic engine of our country. Their capacity to drive economic growth by creating employment opportunities, generating consistent tax revenue, and being substantial… more...

Imperial Logistics (‘Imperial’), a leading integrated market access and logistics provider, is proud to announce the re-opening of its road safety programme, Be safe. Be smart as schools reopen in South Africa. This exciting programme, which has… more...

The judgement in the Cape High Court just a few days ago, has set in motion a new, and extremely dangerous, political phase in South Africa. This article is a must read. by Anthea Jeffery Published by DAILY FRIEND on 27 August 2020 In a judgment… more...

Continental Tyre South Africa (CTSA) has supported the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber’s Ubuntu COVID-19 Fund The fund provides local healthcare facilities with essential equipment to combat the COVID-19 pandemic CTSA contributed R250 000 to the… more...

Acting MEC for Gauteng Department of Health Mr Jacob Mamabolo and German Ambassador Dr. Martin Schaefer attend opening of Covid-19 screening and testing facility at Soshanguve Clinic. Part of long-term and sustainable investments to the value of R76… more...

LAUNCH OF THE DEFINITIVE LOCKDOWN PRESENTATION South Africa’s lockdown is medically futile, costing lives, wiping out savings, and destroying the economy. In fact, South Africa’s lockdown is turning out to be one of the most harmful lockdowns in the… more...