Today's Labour News
This news aggregator site highlights South African labour news from a wide range of internet and print sources. Each posting has a synopsis of the source article, together with a link or reference to the original. Postings cover the range of labour related matters from industrial relations to generalist human resources.
Last Update: 28-10-2025
SA Labour News
Phiyega passes buck by saying Marikana culpability lies with her subordinate
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ANA reports that it was asserted on Thursday that Riah Phiyega was restricted from intervening in the labour unrest in North West prior to the Marikana massacre, and so there’s no way she could be liable for the orders that led to the massacre.
Struggling NUM has lost 40% of its members in five years
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Cape Times reports that the National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) has lost 40% of its members in five years, which has resulted in the union operating at a financial loss since 2013.
Old Mutual points at ‘unique circumstances’ for huge proposed CEO payout
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BDLive writes that the £9m remuneration package that is on the cards for Old Mutual CEO Bruce Hemphill is part of a "unique pay structure designed for a unique set of circumstances", a group spokesman said on Thursday.
Gupta-owned Sahara Computers retrenches staff, blames banks
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Business Report writes that Gupta-owned information technology company Sahara Computers retrenched 40 workers on Thursday after it failed to resolve an ongoing battle with South Africa's major banks.
SA on track to hit annual target of 30,000 artisans, says Blade
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BDLive reports that the government remains confident of meeting its target of producing 30,000 artisans per year in line with the National Development Plan, despite the challenges faced by some training institutions.