Earnings Threshold Increases to R269 600.90: A Practical Guide for Employers
With the new earnings threshold of R269 600.90 per year now in effect, South African employers face a practical compliance moment. Failing to adjust payroll structures, employment contracts and HR policies to reflect the new threshold can expose businesses to unfair labour practice claims, disputes at the CCMA, and costly Labour Court proceedings. At Welman Attorneys […]
South Africa’s New Earnings Threshold: What Every Employer and Employee Needs to Know
The South African Minister of Employment and Labour has announced an increase in the annual earnings threshold, effective 1 May 2026. The new threshold is set at R269 600.90 per year (R22 466.74 per month), representing an increase of R7 852.45 – or 3% – from the previous threshold of R261 748.45 that has been in place since 1 […]
Youth Day in South Africa and Its Connection to Labour Law
Observed annually on 16 June, Youth Day is one of South Africa’s most powerful and historically significant public holidays. While it is often associated with remembrance and reflection, it also has important legal and socio-economic implications, even more so when viewed through the lens of labour law and youth employment. For businesses, educators, and legal […]
The Legal Meaning Public Holidays in April and May in South Africa
As April transitions into May, South Africa observes two of its most significant public holidays – Freedom Day and Workers’ Day. While many see these as opportunities for rest, they are deeply rooted in the country’s legal and constitutional framework. For businesses and employees alike, these dates carry important implications, particularly in the context of […]
Presumption as to who is an employee
There is always questions about the presumption as to who is an employee. We explore the Basic Conditions of Employment Act(BCEA) for guidance in this matter according to section 83A. Who is an employee? (1) A person who works for, or renders services to, any other person is presumed, until the contrary is proved, to […]
What written particulars must the employer supply to an employee?
An employer must supply a a new employee with written particulars when employment commences. In this post we look at what is required by the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. In terms of Section 29 of the BCEA, the employer must supply the following particulars in writing, namely: the full name and address of the […]
What payments are an employee entitled to upon termination of employment
What payments are an employee entitled to upon the termination of his or her employment and what is the meaning of a certificate of service in South Africa. Regarding the first part of the question, we need to turn to Section 40 of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Act No.75 of 1997, which directs […]