The Department of Employment and Labour pays tribute to Dr. Dennis George, an influential leader in the labour movement, political activism, and business leadership, who has left a lasting impact on South African society. Despite his untimely passing, his legacy and numerous contributions to the labour market policies will be remembered and continue to influence the nation for years to come.
At the Second Employment Working Group (EWG) Meeting of BRICS memberstates in Port Alfred, Eastern Cape, the Compensation Fund made a plea to employers to support the reintegration of injured workers into the workplace. This urgent request was made by Nthabiseng Magonono, the Director responsible for the Vocational Rehabilitation Programme at the Compensation Fund, from the perspective of the Department of Employment and Labour.
Employment and Labour Deputy Minister Boitumelo Moloi recently urged employers to adhere to the country’s labour laws. During a recent inspection by the Department of Employment and Labour’s team at Dasbosch Boerdery, the Deputy Minister emphasized the need for a cooperative approach to ensure employers comply with the law and avoid punitive measures from the inspectorate.
