The BRICS partnership, consisting of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, has the potential to significantly impact the lives of millions of people worldwide. The alliance aims to ensure that economic growth and decent work opportunities are distributed more equitably among disadvantaged groups.
At the second Employment Working Group (EWG) held in Port Alfred, South Africa, BRICS countries were encouraged to increase trade amongst themselves to promote economic growth within the bloc. ## Highlighting the Discrepancy in Trade
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South Africa is facing a crucial decision regarding the R350 Social Relief Grant. The Second BRICS Working Group Meeting, held in Port Alfred, Eastern Cape, discussed the proposal to replace the grant with a Basic Income Grant (BIG). The urgency of implementing social protection measures was highlighted by Dr. Joni Musabayana, Director for Decent Work for Southern and Eastern Africa at the International Labour Organisation (ILO). With the ongoing COVID19 pandemic and the potential for future crises, integrating social protection measures has become vital.
On Friday, Employment and Labour Minister T.W. Nxesi will announce regulations on Employment Equity (EE) targets. These regulations follow the amended Employment Equity Act of 1998, which empowers the Minister to set employment equity targets for economic sectors and prescribe demographic targets for employers with over 50 employees.