Media Statements

 

  
  
Department of Employment and Labour Brings Government Services Closer to uMzimkhulu Community28/08/2026
Deputy Minister Sibiya leads multi-disciplinary blitz inspection targeting Gauteng construction sector28/08/2026
Temporary closure of Sandton and Johannesburg Labour Centres 27/08/2026
Department of Employment and Labour Acting Director-General Jacky Molisane calls for stronger support for South Africa’s Social and Solidarity Economy27/08/2026
Registrar of Labour Relations notes Labour Court Judgement26/08/2026
Ninety One percent of higher education institutions found non-compliant with employment equity act (EEA) – Department of employment and Labour about to crack the whip26/08/2026
26th CEE Annual Report highlights Progress and Challenges in Workplace Transformation 25/08/2026
One foreign national has been arrested for allegedly trying to claim UIF benefits with fraudulent documents in Rustenburg 21/08/2026
The labour laws of the Republic are not just nice to have, they must be complied with” - Minister Nomakhosazana Meth 21/08/2026
Employment Laws Amendment Bill proposes extension of protections of employees against all types of harassment20/08/2026
Department of Employment and Labour’s Compensation Fund engages Organised Labour in Gauteng province19/08/2026
Amendment of BCEA addresses disguised employment – Department of Employment and Labour18/08/2026
Proposed Labour Law Changes Aim to Strengthen Worker Protection11/08/2026
Putting South Africans first while protecting workers’ rights: Employment Services Amendment Bill charts a balanced path for Labour Migration06/08/2026
Department of Employment and Labour appeals to employers to exercise thorough diligence during the handling and submission of EE reports06/08/2026
Department of Employment and Labour Invites Public Input on the 2027 National Minimum Wage Review05/08/2026
2026 reporting period will be first year of assessment for all designated employers who submit reports04/08/2026
Deputy Minister Jomo Sibiya reaffirms partnership with Chinese business community while promoting labour law compliance04/08/2026
The Department of Employment and Labour in the Free State Condemns the Spread of Misinformation relating to the Parys Inspection Incident04/08/2026
South Africa advocates for integrated social protection and future-focused skills to strengthen Africa's labour markets31/07/2026
Deputy Minister Jomo Sibiya calls on petroleum industry to strengthen compliance with labour laws and workplace safety30/07/2026
Department of Employment and Labour cautions of bogus and self-designated inspectors28/07/2026
Department of Employment and Labour invites comment on Draft Reviewed Code of Good Practice on the preparation, monitoring and implementation of the Employment Equity Plan27/07/2026
Sweeping inspection blitzes will intensify as compliance is found wanting – Employment and Labour Deputy Minister, Jomo Sibiya25/07/2026
Compensation Fund urges Hospitality Sector Employers in Western Cape Province to be compliant with COIDA24/07/2026
Joint Blitz inspection around Mahikeng in the North West Province uncovers persistent non-compliance in the construction sector24/07/2026
Minister's In-Year Monitoring Reveals outstanding gains as Public Employment Services Achieves 100% Performance23/07/2026
The Department of Employment and Labour urges employers to comply with Employment Equity reporting requirements23/07/2026
Key labour relations amendments and employment laws amendments on target for promulgation in 202821/07/2026
Department of Employment and Labour unlocks over R1,2 million in benefits during Ex-Mineworkers' Outreach in Port St Johns, OR Tambo District20/07/2026
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