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Jan 03, 2022 Covid-19COVID-19: Amended Regulations Announced: Adjusted Alert Level One
The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, tonight, reduced the Covid-19 Alert Level to an adjusted Alert Level One. The Minister has indicated that the following amended regulations remain applicable: gatherings are permitted,… more...93 -
Dec 28, 2021 Covid-19COVID-19: Isolation and Quarantine Requirements Amended
On 23 December 2021, the Director-General of Health issued a circular to all heads of Provincial Health Departments, amending the Covid-19 contact tracing, quarantine and isolation protocols. In terms of the circular, the protocols are amended as… more...129 -
Dec 14, 2021 Covid-19
Mandatory vaccinations - NEASA puts minister on notice: will defend business and individuals in…
Following the Minister of Employment and Labour’s announcement last week that NEDLAC supports the introduction of mandatory vaccinations, and that NEDLAC has resolved to approach the Constitutional Court to seek a declaratory order enforcing… more...181 -
Dec 14, 2021 Covid-19The changing CSI landscape: the importance of flexibility and impact
Never again can a CSI strategy be cast in stone With the many challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, so too came many changes within the CSI landscape. Many corporates pivoted, directing urgent funding to food relief and the provision of… more...180 -
Dec 14, 2021 Covid-19SMMEs Must Find Financial Superpowers to Prosper After Surviving the Pandemic
For SMMEs (Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises) that have survived the COVID-19 crisis through resilience and creativity, steering their businesses back to prosperity will be “all about the money”, according to a panel of experts speaking at the… more...197 -
Dec 10, 2021 Covid-19Most workers support vaccine and mask mandates for the workplace, global survey finds
If workers had to choose between getting vaccinated or undergoing frequent testing to keep their jobs, six times as many would choose vaccinations While protective workplace mandates generally enjoy global support, health and workplace-related… more...216 -
Dec 09, 2021 Covid-19Mandatory Vaccinations: NEDLAC’s Recommendation: Unfortunate and Ill-Advised
The decision by NEDLAC, yesterday, to make a recommendation that vaccinations in the workplace should be made mandatory is noted with disappointment by the National Employers’ Association of South Africa (NEASA). “The only ‘business body’ on NEDLAC… more...207 -
Dec 06, 2021 Covid-19
Business organisations oppose national vaccine mandates
Lawyers acting for the National Employers’ Association of South Africa (NEASA) and four other business organisations have sent a letter regarding the issue of mandatory vaccination to the Presidency. The letter states: “Our clients are opposed to… more...221 -
Dec 01, 2021 Covid-19
Ostracising the Unvaccinated: An Open Letter to the State President by Gerhard Papenfus, CE of NEASA
OPEN LETTER 30 November 2021 Mr. MC Ramaphosa The State President Republic of South Africa Dear Mr President OSTRACISING THE UNVACCINATED Following your address to the nation on Sunday night, 28 November 2021, NEDLAC is set to discuss Business for… more...233 -
Dec 01, 2021 Covid-19The Power of People and Technology Creating an Agile Sustainable Future
Covid has drastically and irrevocably changed the way that the world works. Even as South Africa moves forward into semi-normalcy, the looming “fourth wave” reminds businesses of the need to remain agile, embrace remote working policies, and lean on… more...267 -
Nov 29, 2021 Covid-19Digital identity is a crucial business requirement post-Covid
It is well-known that the Covid-pandemic has forced change in many industries and driven digitalisation at a pace faster than anyone could have anticipated, but it has happened at the cost of robust security and digital authentication. The… more...267 -
Nov 19, 2021 Covid-19Building human resource capacity and skills to strengthen South Africa’s public health supply…
Supply chains don’t just get goods from manufacturers to end users. They save lives. This has never been more evident than during the COVID-19 crisis. Ensuring adequate, uninterrupted supplies of life-saving medicines and medical oxygen, getting PPE… more...258 -
Nov 16, 2021 Covid-19Mandatory Vaccinations in the Workplace: An Option not to be pursued
The employer has an almost insurmountable mountain to climb should it wish to introduce a policy of mandatory vaccinations in the workplace. The overwhelming regulatory requirements are seemingly disregarded by some employers (following the example… more...293 -
Nov 05, 2021 Covid-19Mandatory Covid-19 Vaccinations in the Workplace: Compensation for Injuries or Death
SUMMARY: Employees can claim compensation only if numerous unqualified, yet stringent requirements are met. Our assessment is that it will be nearly impossible for employers requiring all employees to be vaccinated to prove compliance. The notice… more...304 -
Nov 05, 2021 Covid-19SMMEs must leverage third-party providers to gain lost advantage
To meet the challenges posed by the pandemic and to contend with a contracting economy, South African businesses need to be agile and seek out opportunities that will accelerate their recovery and growth. One-way companies can do this is by… more...275 -
Nov 02, 2021 Covid-19Cape Town Tourism partners make bold recovery moves in Ukraine
While South Africa was adjusting its Coronavirus risk strategy to Level One, three bold Cape Town tourism partners took matters into their own hands, and travelled to the Ukraine where they focussed firmly on forcing a tourism recovery that would… more...294 -
Nov 02, 2021 Covid-19Aon Client Study: Risk Management Must Address Shifting Nature of Business Volatility in Wake of…
Cyber risk topped the list as the number one risk globally Long-tail risks have become an important part of the risk landscape COVID-19 has highlighted the interconnectivity of risk Aon, a leading global professional services firm, today announced… more...246 -
Oct 27, 2021 Covid-19Compensation for Injuries or Death Resulting From The COVID-19 Vaccination
VACCINATIONS MUST REMAIN A FREE CHOICE By Chanté du Preez On 22 October 2021, the Compensation Fund Commissioner published a notice in the Government Gazette, indicating that the Compensation Fund (hereinafter ‘the Fund’), will compensate employees,… more...296 -
Oct 27, 2021 Covid-19"Stand Up To Bullies" - NEASA's Response to the Current COVID-19 Predicament
Big corporates are opting to implement a policy, which enforces compulsory health measures, that effectively destroys the freedoms of businesses, workers and families, which demands an urgent response from NEASA. Gerhard Papenfus, Chief Executive of… more...306 -
Oct 25, 2021 Covid-19VWSA Project Engineer instrumental in protecting employees against Covid-19
Nakedi Nkoana was charged with establishing VWSA’s Covid-19 testing and vaccination centres More than 3 000 vaccines have been administered at the centre to date Starting a new job mere weeks before a pandemic is challenging; being put in charge of… more...318 -
Oct 08, 2021 Covid-19Business insolvencies in South Africa rise by 21.5%
Thanks to massive state intervention, global insolvencies decreased in 2020 (-12%) and will continue to do so in 2021 (-6%). Euler Hermes expects global insolvencies to rise by +15% in 2022, but still at a low level (-4% compared to pre-crisis… more...393 -
Oct 04, 2021 Covid-19
COVID-19: Amended Regulations: Adjusted Alert Level One
The President reduced the Covid-19 Alert Level to an adjusted Alert Level One. The President has indicated that the following amended regulations remain applicable:- gatherings are permitted, subject to a maximum of 750 people indoors and 2000… more...375 -
Oct 01, 2021 Covid-19Commercial property owners turn to flex-space management agreements
Flexible office space accounts for a relatively small proportion of office markets across most major gateway cities, averaging between 2 percent and 8 percent, JLL data shows. But its rise to this level was swift, with an average of 25 percent… more...408 -
Oct 01, 2021 Covid-19Making the most of your fibre internet connection during the pandemic
Our work and home lives have undergone a radical transformation as South Africa navigates through the pandemic and our radically changed work-learn-entertain-at-home lives. As we pass 18-months of COVID-19, a third wave and potentially a fourth one… more...383 -
Sep 28, 2021 Covid-19Get your workspace post-Covid ready
How to create a healthy, people-centric workspace in 10 steps As we move into a new era, and people slowly return to the office, organisations are questioning traditional ideas on how work should be done, the role of the office and what the… more...462 -
Sep 20, 2021 Covid-19Remote work a win for SA ICT professionals
The Covid-19 pandemic brought with it some unexpected benefits for the South African ICT sector, including increased productivity and the potential for employers to reduce their operating costs. This is one of the findings in the first South African… more...354 -
Sep 15, 2021 Covid-19Mandatory vaccinations in the workplace: Directive does not envisage a blanket approach
There has been a number of reports indicating that some employers are planning to implement a policy of mandatory vaccinations across their entire workforce. This decision, it is assumed, is based on the opportunity created by the Consolidated… more...537 -
Sep 14, 2021 Covid-19COVID-19: Amended Regulations: Adjusted Alert Level Two
Covid-19 Alert Level to an adjusted Alert Level 2. The President indicated that the following amended regulations remain applicable: gatherings are permitted, subject to a maximum of 250 people indoors and 500 people outdoors or 50% of capacity for… more...432 -
Sep 09, 2021 Covid-19Opinion Piece: Financial success after the pandemic
NAVIGATING / PICKING UP THE PIECES AND MOVING FORWARD – FINANCIAL SUCCESS AFTER THE PANDEMIC Nelisiwe Masango – Financial Markets Analyst, CEO of Ubuntu Invest and one of Entrepreneur Magazine’s Top 50 Black African Women Entrepreneurs to Watch –… more...790 -
Sep 08, 2021 Covid-19Mandatory vaccinations in the workplace: Freedom of choice
by Gerhard Papenfus and Jaco Swart NEASA’s view in summary: the decision to be vaccinated or not remains the prerogative of each individual; an employee should, under no circumstances, be forced to make a choice between an infringement of his right… more...655 -
Aug 30, 2021 Covid-19
Three kinds of human interaction to energise your work week
By Joanne Bushell MD, IWG Plc. SA The shift to hybrid working means many of us are spending less time with our colleagues – but these smart ways to stay connected will keep you collaborating effectively Over the past 18 months, the Covid-19 crisis… more...471 -
Aug 27, 2021 Covid-19How have manufacturers and distributors evolved to meet the factory of the future?
The journey to reaching digital resiliency: pursuing digital transformation initiatives to thrive despite the ongoing pandemic challenges. The COVID-19 pandemic has shaken the manufacturing and distribution industry profoundly. Amid the pandemic,… more...513 -
Aug 26, 2021 Covid-19Planning for the next catastrophe – Disaster Recovery during Covid-19 and beyond
The Covid-19 pandemic has been the catalyst for momentous change throughout the IT landscape, and for Disaster Recovery (DR) in particular, as the global pandemic made widespread disruption and uncertainty a clear and present reality. “The onset of… more...498 -
Aug 11, 2021 Covid-19Procurement must be redefined
The 2021 Smart Procurement World Indaba, South Africa’s longest-standing event for procurement and inbound supply chain professionals, will focus on redefining the profession, which has faced enormous pressure during the COVID-19 crisis. This year… more...530 -
Aug 11, 2021 Covid-19Towards the concept of Moral Restructuring for Companies
Shaun Barnes, Executive Director at 21st Century, a specialist Remuneration and Human Capital consultancy, believes we are in uncharted social and economic waters right now. Thanks to the Covid Pandemic, depleted state finances and associated… more...366 -
Aug 10, 2021 Covid-19Ford South Africa Supporting COVID-19 Vaccination Drive with Clinics Established at Both…
COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic established at Ford’s Silverton Assembly Plant in Pretoria in June, now being extended to the Struandale Engine Plant in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Supports Ford employees and on-site contractors with convenient… more...555 -
Aug 06, 2021 Covid-19Will the office make a comeback post-Covid-19?
JLL Survey results from Tétris glimpse into the future of the workplace The Covid-19 pandemic and resulting lockdowns worldwide have challenged conventional ideas on how we work and what a workplace should look like. Will the traditional 9-5 workday… more...571 -
Aug 02, 2021 Covid-19ESA COVID-19 situation report - Second Quarter 2021
Africa suffered its worst recession in more than 50 years in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as its GDP declined by ↓2.1%. Fortunately, a strong rebound is expected for 2021, with GDP forecasted to increase by ↑3.4% this year. Despite the… more...558 -
Aug 02, 2021 Covid-19
After a Decade’s Worth of Growth in 2020 Due to COVID-19, E-Commerce Faces Packaging Issues
An unprecedented level of scrutiny and accelerated growth from the pandemic make CPG packaging a problem for now, according to Lux Research Consumer packaged goods (CPG) packaging has long played a critical role in the experience and utility of… more...374 -
Jul 29, 2021 Covid-19A new business buzzword: asynchronous working
The Covid-19 pandemic has spawned its own vocabulary over the past year and a half. Terms such as ‘lockdown’, ‘R rate’ and ‘social distancing’ have become part of our day-to-day discourse. As a new world of work takes shape in the aftermath of the… more...586 -
Jul 29, 2021 Covid-19Strategies that work to emerge from a global pandemic
Emerging successfully from an economic downturn and global pandemic is no easy feat, especially if you are an SME business without large cash reserves to see you through. How do entrepreneurs combat these difficult times and come out the other side… more...385 -
Jul 27, 2021 Covid-19Zoho Invoice offered free of charge to empower SMEs to rebuild and grow
The company's decision reinforces its support for the SME community and will allow business owners to simplify billing and payment processes, helping companies receive payments faster. Zoho Corporation, a global technology company, announced that… more...621 -
Jul 26, 2021 Covid-19Covid-19: Amended Regulations: Adjusted Alert Level Three
The President, last night, reduced the Covid-19 Alert Level to an adjusted Alert Level 3. The President has indicated that the following amended regulations remain applicable: gatherings are permitted, subject to a maximum of 50 people indoors and… more...635 -
Jul 22, 2021 Covid-19Covid-19: TERS benefits extended
The Department of Employment and Labour has extended the availability of the TERS benefits to sectors still being affected by the lockdown regulations and is limited to the following categories of employees: where the employer, listed in Annexure A,… more...602 -
Jul 21, 2021 Covid-19Do your surroundings play a pivotal part in your creativity?
Blue for creativity, red for performance – we look at the different ways to switch up your workspace to inspire the imagination Last year, much of the corporate world had to pivot from being office-based to working from home. Productivity may have… more...613 -
Jul 19, 2021 Covid-19Mandatory #Vaccinations of #Employees...
By Thornton van Wyngaardt A controversial issue on the table at the moment is the Department of Employment and Labour recently amended directive on Occupational Health and Safety measures in certain workplaces published in Government Gazette No.… more...622 -
Jul 15, 2021 Covid-19COVID-19: Impacting More Than Just Your Health!
Evolving Supply Chains | SAPICS Webinar Online via Zoom Wednesday, 28 July 2021 15h00 - 16h00 SAST, CAT, GMT+2 COVID-19 has significantly impacted the technology and high value sector since early 2020, affecting the supply of raw materials,… more...582 -
Jul 12, 2021 Covid-19COVID-19: Amended Regulations: Adjusted Alert Level 4 Extended
The President, last night, extended the Covid-19 adjusted Alert Level 4 for another 14 days. The President has indicated that the following amended regulations remain applicable:- all indoor and outdoor gatherings, including religious, political,… more...608 -
Jul 09, 2021 Covid-19Confidence is up and Buying is Back, Industry Sales Data Indicates
Aggregated monthly sales data from over 600 South African companies reports that 20 business sectors outperformed the pre-Covid first quarter of 2020. Numerous business sectors saw increased order volumes in the first half of 2021 with larger order… more...601 -
Jul 09, 2021 Covid-19Level 4 alcohol ban may be in full force, but smokers are breathing a little easier it seems!
1Life research shows 54% of smokers started smoking less than they used to, following the initial tobacco ban. 1Life, through their recent Covid-19 Sentiment Report, set out to understand the general attitudes of the South African market,… more...721 -
Jul 08, 2021 Covid-19International Pro cycling Team Qhubeka NextHash chooses Biodx for Covid protection
In an effort to make sure leading South African registered international cycling Team Qhubeka NextHash are protected during the upcoming Tour de France and beyond, Biodx has signed a partnership agreement to supply the team with disinfectants for… more...634 -
Jul 06, 2021 Covid-19Nissan South Africa rolls out COVID-19 vaccines to employees and service providers
Nissan South Africa (NSA), in its bid to help curb the spread of the third wave of the COVID-19 pandemic in parts of the country, the automotive manufacturer will vaccinate its employees and service providers at its Rosslyn-based plant. The free… more...534 -
Jul 06, 2021 Covid-19Covid-19 lockdown: Denying a person the right to earn a living is immoral
The President, receiving his full salary, and enjoying normal benefits during the national Covid-19 predicament, on 27 June 2021, made an announcement which resulted in the suspension of economic activities, denying many South Africans the ability… more...434 -
Jun 29, 2021 Covid-19MasterDrive operations during Alert Level four
The change to adjusted Alert Level Four appears to be a necessity as the infection rate continues to climb across the country, particularly in Gauteng. MasterDrive would like to reassure their clients business will continue as normal except with a… more...406 -
Jun 29, 2021 Covid-19Covid-19: Adjusted Alert Level 4 Permit to perform a service
The amended Covid-19 Alert Level 4 requires employees, who need to travel during the curfew hours between 21:00 and 04:00, or in and out of Gauteng, to carry a permit issued by their employer. The required permit is similar to the permit used during… more...498 -
Jun 28, 2021 Covid-19Opinion: Transformative leadership: doing your part to prevent employee burnout
“Since the first case of COVID-19 was confirmed in South Africa in March 2020; and subsequent variations of lockdowns implemented across Africa, life as we know it has drastically changed. The lines between home and work have been blurred and it has… more...490 -
Jun 28, 2021 Covid-19Covid-19: Amended Regulations Announced: Adjusted Alert Level Four
The President, last night, raised the Covid-19 Alert Level to adjusted Level 4. The President has indicated that the following amended regulations remain applicable, for the next fourteen (14) days:- all indoor and outdoor gatherings, including… more...400 -
Jun 23, 2021 Covid-19NEASA does not support infringing mandatory vaccinations
The Department of Employment and Labour, on 11 June 2021, published consolidated directions on measures to prevent and combat the spread of Covid-19 in workplaces. The directions are, to a large extent, simply a consolidation of previous directions… more...430 -
Jun 21, 2021 Covid-19When the supply chain breaks
Covid-19 has exposed the reliance of companies on their supply chains and weaknesses in business continuity management in unsparing starkness. Now everyone wants to act. However, what is the right strategy to deal with the next crisis? Thusang… more...540 -
Jun 18, 2021 Covid-19Covid-19: Amended Regulations Announced: Adjusted Alert Level Three
The President raised the Covid-19 Alert Level to an amended Level 3. The President has indicated that the following amended regulations remain applicable: all indoor and outdoor gatherings, including religious, political and cultural gatherings are… more...404 -
Jun 11, 2021 Covid-19How COVID-19 is impacting the Automotive Industry: Lightstone Automotive Confidence Indicator May…
The forecasted activity for the next 3 months and next 6 months in the MBR and Dealer segment is flat, while the forecast by OEMs shows expected improvement. Download: Lightstone Automotive Confidence Indicator May 2021 more...596 -
Jun 11, 2021 Covid-19SMEs feeling economic pinch turn to innovative tech platforms to save cash
More than a year into the Covid-19 pandemic and South Africa’s SMEs remain under enormous pressure and are increasingly looking to technology for ways to control costs and manage cash flow more effectively. “A seemingly easy decision every business… more...480 -
Jun 01, 2021 Covid-19Covid-19: Amended Regulations Announced: Adjusted Alert Level Two
The President has raised the Covid-19 Alert Level to an adjusted Alert Level 2 with effect from 31 May 2021. The President has indicated that the following amended regulations remain applicable:- all indoor and outdoor gatherings, including… more...469 -
May 24, 2021 Covid-19The SA motor industry: Coronavirus keeping rentals under big pressure
By Pindiwe Mbelani, Equity Analyst, Prudential Investment Managers The advent of the Coronavirus pandemic in South Africa was the equivalent of a blown gasket for the local motor vehicle industry, rendering it incapable of powering ahead without… more...635 -
May 22, 2021 Covid-19Opinion Piece: Business Process Outsourcing – a critical element to ensure business continuity…
As companies attempt to recover after a rough 2020, their main objective is to do more, with less. Budgets are stretched, human resources are stressed and the toll of working through a pandemic is evident in the workforce. During these challenging… more...515 -
May 20, 2021 Covid-19Showing staff support during these tricky times
If you manage a team or lead a company, there will be many times when you’re faced with employees needing time off work due to difficult life events, such as ill-health, personal troubles, or a tragedy that has befallen them. Today’s uncertain times… more...485 -
May 20, 2021 Covid-19Civil Society call for a rates FREEZE
Open letter to Finance Minister Tito Mboweni, National Treasury, SALGA and CoGTA Dear Minister Mboweni, Let’s put a freeze on municipal increases in rates and taxes until this economic downturn is behind us. In the midst of one of the worst economic… more...852 -
May 18, 2021 Covid-19Isuzu hands over refurbished hospital facility in time for Covid-19 vaccine roll out
Isuzu South Africa (SA) is again at the forefront of private sector support for government healthcare services in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic in South Africa. Today Isuzu SA ensured the refurbished site at the Provincial Hospital in… more...517 -
May 10, 2021 Covid-19Government given ultimatum on further alcohol bans for South Africa
South African Breweries (SAB) says it will consider its decision to cancel investments in the country if the government provides commitments around its future lockdown regulations and alcohol sales. Speaking to the Sunday Times Richard… more...596 -
May 07, 2021 Covid-19Brand new 150-bed facility at Bronkhorstspruit Hospital unveiled
BMW Group South Africa has stepped up its response against the spread of the Coronavirus by achieving another milestone. The premium vehicle manufacturer today unveiled a 150-bed overflow facility the Group built at Bronkhorstspruit Hospital, east… more...561 -
May 06, 2021 Covid-19How to Drive Warehouse Optimization in a Pandemic
Phil Lewis, Infor VP Solution Consulting EMEA, looks at how COVID-19 has accelerated the need for a truly optimized warehouse. It’s been suggested by many experts that the current pandemic has driven accelerated technology adoption across numerous… more...481 -
May 06, 2021 Covid-19Covid-19 Vaccine Injury Compensation Fund
By Rona Bekker, Senior Policy Advisor (NEASA), 05 May 2021. COIDA, RAF, UIF TERS and now… the Covid Vaccine Injury (no-fault) Compensation Fund. What do these schemes have in common? Apart from absolute dysfunctionality, corruption has been rife in… more...581 -
May 05, 2021 Covid-19The COVID-19 Loan Guarantee Scheme extended by three months
The National Treasury, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) and the Banking Association South Africa (arrangers) launched the Loan Guarantee Scheme (the scheme) on 12 May 2020, which made a maximum of R200 billion available for eligible businesses.… more...538 -
May 04, 2021 Covid-19Employee Wellness: Protecting Mental Health Despite Covid-19
The effect of the Covid-19 Pandemic on employee mental health has been overwhelming. Organisations are realising the deep need to turn their attention and focus on employee wellness, especially during this time of increased separation and decreased… more...500 -
Apr 28, 2021 Covid-1910 strategic steps you can take to strengthen your business
Having a strong business is the dream, as it will help you be resilient enough to weather tough times and remain relevant for years to come. Businesswoman Aisha Pandor, co-founder and CEO of SweepSouth, shares inspiring tips on making a business… more...522 -
Apr 26, 2021 Covid-19Ask Afrika Covid-19 Omnibus Annual Review
Ask Afrika (an independent market research company) has been tracking the significant social change effected by the Covid-19 pandemic since the start of lockdown in South Africa. The main aim of the research is to understand the socio-economic… more...505 -
Apr 20, 2021 Covid-19ICT has the potential to become a solution to the problem of unemployment in Africa
By Praba Moonsamy – Managing Director at Ikhaya Automation Systems The socio-economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic is especially hard-hitting for younger generations in Africa. The youth are faced with multiple challenges including disruptions to… more...512 -
Apr 15, 2021 Covid-19Opinion Piece: Technology key in reaching herd immunity goals for COVID-19 vaccine roll-outs
To achieve the 60% target deemed necessary for herd immunity, Africa needs to vaccinate 780 million people out of a population of 1.3 billion and in South Africa, 40 million people need to receive the vaccine. While SA’s vaccination roll-out plan is… more...598 -
Apr 08, 2021 Covid-19
Preventative controls are key to support roll out of vaccines
In response to the pandemic in 2020, and to support and protect its citizens, the South African government took swift action to approve a multibillion-rand relief package. This relief package was meant to, amongst others, assist vulnerable… more...636 -
Apr 08, 2021 Covid-19Covid-19: TERS-funding/UIF: survey changes
As previously communicated, the UIF TERS Fund survey will be performed on a monthly basis only in future, in order to ensure optimal participation and reliable statistics. We hereby request all employers, who have ever applied for the TERS Fund… more...581 -
Apr 02, 2021 Covid-19Get the basics right this holiday season and enjoy a well-earned rest
Many South Africans breathed a sigh of relief when the President, in his address to the ‘family meeting’, this past Tuesday evening, did not announce any additional travelling restrictions for the coming Easter weekend. For many of us this will mean… more...520 -
Apr 01, 2021 Covid-19First Refrigerated Vehicle for Vaccine in the World to Obtain WHO's Performance, Quality and Safety…
Partnership for Establishing methods for refrigerated vaccine transportation Contributing toward improving the rate of vaccine use in developing countries Land Cruiser 78 used as base for refrigerated vaccine transportation First refrigerated… more...668 -
Mar 31, 2021 Covid-19
Covid-19 lockdown: amended regulations announced
The President, last night, amended the Covid-19 Alert Level 1 regulations. The President has indicated that the following amended regulations remain applicable:- all indoor and outdoor gatherings, including religious, political and cultural… more...536 -
Mar 27, 2021 Covid-19A message from Adrian Gore on the COVID-19 vaccination programme
I am reaching out to update you on the national vaccination programme, following the Cabinet address on 25 March, and to describe plans at Discovery to ensure that members of the medical schemes we administer are vaccinated at speed and scale. In… more...610 -
Mar 26, 2021 Covid-19SA’s SMME emergency: BeyondCOVID business survey reveals that small businesses plan to retrench…
New research from the BeyondCOVID Business Survey paints a bleak picture for the future of South Africa’s small business sector one year on from when the COVID-19 pandemic hit the country: 26% of SMMEs report being forced to close their doors, 7%… more...639 -
Mar 25, 2021 Covid-19Operations management skills needed as South Africa prepares to bare arms in fight against Covid-19
While the Government and healthcare sector are currently focused on securing a steady supply of Covid-19 vaccines, supply chain and operations managers should be planning the processes that must be put in place to ensure a successful mass vaccine… more...552 -
Mar 25, 2021 Covid-19Road travel gains popularity as the COVID-19 pandemic continues
South Africans are known for their love of adventure and the outdoors; we are a nation of travellers. Due to the pandemic, however, fewer people are travelling abroad and prefer to travel domestically instead. This, added to the fact that we're… more...511 -
Mar 24, 2021 Covid-19Private security sector: National Bargaining Council for the Private Security Sector: Application…
Dear Private Security Industry employer The parties to the National Bargaining Council for the Private Security Sector have been granted an exemption from the increase to the security officer premium allowance, as set out in clause 4(4) of the main… more...792 -
Mar 24, 2021 Covid-19Employers can dismiss their employees for Covid-19 related conduct
Employers can discipline employees who flout COVID-19 regulations outside of work, which could even result in dismissals says Justin Hattingh, Senior Legal Advisor at Strata-g Labour Solutions. “While employers are obligated under the Occupational… more...578 -
Mar 19, 2021 Covid-19Covid-19 will end but workplace culture will never be the same
The onset of Covid-19 had organisations across the globe scrambling to find solutions to the sudden and widespread shift to remote work. More than a year later, it is clear that the pandemic has permanently influenced perceptions and the employee… more...701 -
Mar 17, 2021 Covid-19Intrinsic value of assets can unlock short-term cashflow
Moving quickly can unlock attractive opportunities for entrepreneurs There comes a time in a business or one’s personal affairs when cashflow becomes tight. This is stressful, but normal. The cause is often varied and can be anything from delayed… more...568 -
Mar 17, 2021 Covid-19Opinion piece: Local technology and intra-continental trade key to effective COVID-19 vaccination…
By Praba Moonsamy, Managing Director at Ikhaya Automation Systems As countries across Africa roll out vaccines to combat the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it is becoming increasingly evident that the continent is in desperate need of ICT systems and… more...462 -
Mar 17, 2021 Covid-19How to reach the youth without activations
With COVID-19 having such a huge impact on society, social distancing has become something that we all have to practice. Marketing companies are now having to find other ways to reach the youth, other than going into schools to activate.… more...607 -
Mar 17, 2021 Covid-19TERS-funding survey changes
NEASA has, since the inception of the UIF TERS Fund, conducted surveys and reported on the percentages of both payments made and claims still outstanding. However, due to the fluctuation in participation in everyday surveys as well as the amendments… more...469 -
Mar 16, 2021 Covid-19Covid-19: TERS-funding/UIF: Survey 15 March 2021 (June, July, Aug, Sep and Oct)
24% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 76% of employers who received payment, only 77% were paid in full. 30% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 70% of employers who received… more...536 -
Mar 11, 2021 Covid-19
Covid-19: TERS-funding/UIF: Survey 11 March 2021 (June, July, Aug, Sep and Oct)
21% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 79% of employers who received payment, only 74% were paid in full. 30% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 70% of employers who received… more...529 -
Mar 11, 2021 Covid-19eCommerce: South Africa’s new frontier
The rise of e-commerce in the country over the past year may have been driven by the pandemic, but it was long overdue. On eCommerce Day, it is worth noting that South Africa was arguably too slow in initially adopting e-commerce, chiefly because it… more...586 -
Mar 11, 2021 Covid-19Cybercriminals leveraging the Covid-19 vaccine rush to breach people
Mimecast has warned of phishing campaigns by global cybercriminals aiming to leverage the hype around vaccine rollouts, to trick unsuspecting users into potentially risky behaviour. The email campaigns were detected by Mimecast researchers, and… more...658 -
Mar 11, 2021 Covid-19How manufacturers can secure their digital future over the next 12 months
By Paulo De Matos, Chief Product Officer at SYSPRO Over the past year, manufacturers and distributors have needed to contend with multiple supply chain disruptions, huge operational inefficiencies and a lack of integration between disparate systems.… more...549 -
Mar 08, 2021 Covid-19
Covid-19: TERS-funding/UIF: Survey 8 March 2021 (June, July, Aug, Sep and Oct)
25% of employers still haven’t received their June UIF/TERS monies. Of the 75% of employers who received payment, only 80% were paid in full. 31% of employers still haven’t received their July UIF/TERS monies. Of the 69% of employers who received… more...509
