The Inspection and Enforcement Services Branch of the Department of Employment and Labour in the North West Province has learned with dismay a report that alleges that there is a group of imposters going around companies in Dr Kenneth Kaunda District, especially in Wolmaransstad purporting to be Labour Inspectors, selling labour legislation posters.

The imposters are allegedly targeting companies that do not have the labour legislative posters displayed; they extort money from them, claiming it is for non-compliance with labour laws, and issue fines that need to be paid on the spot.

In response to the allegations, the Provincial Chief Inspector, Chris Sithole, advised that all services provided by the Department are offered at no cost. He further clarified that the Department does not sell any labour related publications, including charts, pamphlets, or posters. Labour law and charts posters can be purchased directly from the Government Printers or bookshops.

“The business community should be cautious and report any suspicious activities or visits. They should report to the South African Police Service or the nearby office of the Department. If they are unsure about the inspectors visiting their premises, they can also verify their credentials with the Department," said Sithole.

He cautioned companies to never deposit money into anyone's account let alone do cash transactions to these individuals. 

For media enquiries, please contact:

Teboho Thejane

Departmental Spokesperson

082 697 0694/ teboho.thejane@labour.gov.za

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Issued by: Department of Employment and Labour

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