Category Archives: News

MerSETA Stakeholder Engagement Complimentary Webinar

Join us for an insightful and complimentary MerSETA Stakeholder Engagement Webinar aimed at deepening your understanding of critical grant processes and strategic focus areas. This session will provide valuable updates and practical guidance on funding, compliance, and skills development planning that directly impact your organisation Topics to be covered include: MerSETA Strategic Priorities (including how […]

The Steel Master Plan has stalled – a new Industrial Compact is urgently needed

South Africa’s steel and engineering sector stands at a perilous crossroads. Once the bedrock of our industrial economy, the sector today faces a stark reality: years of deindustrialisation, declining production, job losses and a steady erosion of competitiveness. This decline is not the result of chance, but a culmination of systemic policy failures, a lack […]

SEIFSA Training Centre (STC) Intake dates

SEIFSA TRAINING CENTRE PREMIERE ACCREDITED TRAINING PROVIDER  At SEIFSA Training Centre, we offer accredited apprenticeships, learnerships, and technical and business skills development programmes. Our supporting courses focus on safety and compliance for artisans, production staff, and management across various sectors. We are accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and the National […]

MEIBC Industry Circular 2025 – 3

For your information, please see circular below relating to the Council Levies payable in terms of the Registration and Administration Expenses Collective Agreement (RAECA) and Dispute Resolution Agreement (DRA): Industry Circular No 2025 – 3 – Publication of a Section 32A Notice in Respect Raeca and the DRA

GAZETTAL OF THE MEIBC ADMINISTRATION AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION LEVIES AS AT 17 APRIL 2025

We have received confirmation from the MEIBC that the Bargaining Council Administration and Dispute Resolution Levies have been gazetted with effect from 17 April 2025. This means that contributions to both bargaining council levies must be reinstituted with effect from 17 April 2025. Also note, that there is no obligation to make any back payments […]

FINAL SECTORAL TARGETS AND EMPLOYMENT EQUITY REGULATIONS GAZETTED

On the 15 April 2025, two significant sets of regulations under the Employment Equity Act (EEA) were published in Government Gazette, marking a pivotal moment in the implementation of the amended EE Act, which came into effect at the beginning of this year. For more information please see note below: Industry Note_ EEA Numerical Sector […]

IR Seminar: Winds of Change in Labour Relations: Draft Code of Dismissal, AI and Technological Advances

The workplace is rapidly evolving with AI and digital tools becoming increasingly integral to daily operations. But how do you leverage AI without compromising compliance with employment laws and regulations? Join us for an in-depth seminar tailored to help you navigate the complexities of modern technology in the workplace while ensuring your business remains fully compliant with […]

SEIFSA Annual Golf and Padel Day Event 2025 – Bigger & Better Than Ever!

📅 Thursday, 15 August 2025 📍 Royal Johannesburg & Kensington Golf Club 🏌️‍♂️  East & West – Two Championship Courses! Get ready for an exceptional day on one of South Africa’s Premier Championship Golf Courses! Due to overwhelming demand in previous years, we’re going bigger and better. This year, we’ve secured both the East and West Courses at Royal Johannesburg & Kensington Golf […]