Media Statements

 

  
  
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
Department of Employment and Labour to strengthen collaboration, expand outreach programmes to extend access to estimated R10-billion social security due to ex-mine workers17/07/2026
Acting Director-General Jacky Molisane calls for stronger partnerships with employers to advance decent work and economic growth. 16/07/2026
Compensation Fund rejects allegations of procurement manipulation and reaffirms commitment to good governance.15/07/2026
South Africa joins other BRICS member states in endorsing the 12th BRICS Labour and Employment Ministers’ Declaration in Hyderabad15/07/2026
South Africa joins BRICS Employment Working Group Meeting in Hyderabad as Technical talks get underway13/07/2026
Compensation Fund urges Gauteng Provincial Government Departments to Strengthen COIDA Compliance08/07/2026
Employment and Labour Department reaffirms the Commitment to Protecting Workers in the Informal Economy.07/07/2026
Registrar of Labour Relations provides update on status of the Public Servants’ Association07/07/2026
UIF responds to BUSA's withdrawal from UIF Board and NEDLAC Structures03/07/2026
Minister Meth facilitates constructive engagement to resolve PSA registration impasse03/07/2026
Department of Employment and Labour confirms Gazette Notice on intention to Cancel PSA Registration following Labour Court Findings01/07/2026
Labour market structure remains hierarchical in terms of race, gender and then disability – Commission for Employment Equity30/06/2026
South Africa improves its World Competitiveness ranking22/06/2026
Minister Meth welcomes IDC-Led agreement to safeguard approximately 250,000 jobs and stabilise the Sugar Industry18/06/2026
Employment and Labour Minister welcomes progress towards South African Post Office exiting business rescue18/06/2026
From Geneva to the World: South Africa’s Unstoppable Rise in Shaping the Future of Work 14/06/2026
Deputy Minister, Jomo Sibiya leads High-Impact Joint Blitz Inspection Conducted in Tshwane13/06/2026
Minister of Employment and Labour, South Africa, Ms Nomakhosazana Meth elected Vice Chairperson of ILO Government Group 13/06/2026
Department of Employment and Labour Deputy Minister Jomo Sibiya Leads High-Impact Blitz Inspections in Thaba Nchu, Uncovers Widespread Labour Law Violations12/06/2026
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