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The business school has rejoined the HR Indaba Network this year, after a successful 2020 Indaba.

The Mindspa Institute’s Elmarie Pretorius says design thinking can drive innovation in HR.

The government starts processing new TERS claims after the relief measures were extended.

The new policy aims to reduce foreign workers in certain key sectors.

Big four financial services firm KPMG has signed up for the HR Indaba Network.

The research shows 84 percent of female employees in Africa have upskilled during Covid-19.

Julia Kerr Henkel, MD of Lumminos, offers 10 ways to maintain enthusiasm in tough times.

The 2020 Young CHRO of The Year tells the story of what one can achieve if they’re willing to work hard.

Roze will be the new director of value creation at GIBS.

Legal services company LexisNexis has joined the HR Indaba Network.

Mercer says companies need to develop HR strategies in step with the new reality.

Restaurants halt new regulations around wage increases and other allowances.

The Public Utility Transport Corporation (Putco) will look at alternative ways to save costs.

The disruption of normal work routines has increased employee stress levels, says FlowState80 COO Jared Whitaker.

Employers should be aware that procedurally unfair dismissals can be very expensive.

GirlCode partners with Deloitte to assist girls with exploring careers in technology.

The municipality will be digitising the recruitment process as part of an efficiency drive.

Tshidi Anya has just joined Weir Minerals as the regional HR director: Africa and Middle East.

Stats SA says the number of employed persons increased to 15 million.

Technology projects could create in excess of 10,000 jobs in South Africa.

Lawyers argue SA Uber drivers deserve to be recognised as employees.

Executives gathered to future-gaze, and then hopped on a virtual game drive to conclude the evening.

Talent management company HFMtalentindex has signed up for the HR Indaba Network.

Businesses with more than 50 employees to submit Covid-19 data to the NIOH.

The CHRO Awards celebrates excellence in HR and recognise individual leaders who have done outstanding work.

TransUnion creates jobs with a virtual global capability centre in South Africa.

Video interview software company Wamly signs up for HR Indaba Network.

Sibanye-Stillwater is investing R6.8 billion in local projects, stimulating job creation.

Home Affairs has published a revised draft critical skills list and invited comment.

Gartner’s research has revealed a number of trends that will inform people decisions this year.

Lucia says their employer brand is, in some ways, not dissimilar from the company’s witty consumer brand.

More than 3 000 employees have accepted severance packages.

Merger of Massmart stores with wholesaler rescues over 600 jobs.

Unlock the benefit of making decisions based on data rather than intuition.

Digital communication company Torque Solutions has joined the HR Indaba Network.

The IIE School of Hospitality and Service Management offers hospitality-focused qualifications.

FNB's Elize Giese says many employers have the mistaken belief that employee benefits are out of reach.

The most sought-after skills in SA include IT and finance specialists.

Health and security services firm International SOS joins HR Indaba Network.

With a division closing down, 148 jobs are set to be lost at Ellies.

Rajan Naidoo CEO of EduPower says, if used well, BEE can be a tool for business recovery post-Covid-19.

Education technology company Degreed has joined the HR Indaba Network.

CHRO SA caught up with her to find out more about her vision for the role.

Sena will drive Ericsson’s people transformation in the Middle East and Africa region.

Unemployed cabin crew will be assisted to use their skills in other industries.

The new National Minimum Wage will take effect from 1 March, says the labour ministry.

Diversified financial services business Sanlam Corporate has rejoined the HR Indaba Network.

Companies need to balance providing a safe working environment with an individual’s personal rights.

Financial and human capital management company Workday has joined the HR Indaba Network.

Tania shares her mission to stimulate a passion for learning at Nestlé.

Unemployment fund launches an online compliance certificate system for businesses.

Skilled South African farm workers exempted from US travel ban thanks to lobby groups.

Management consulting firm Mercer South Africa has joined the HR Indaba Network.

Employees to own 20 percent of Coca-Cola as part of empowerment deal.

FlowState80 CEO Mark Kayser says with the right tools, HR can be a strategic business partner.

Nosihle Maqhagi, customer success manager at Paymenow, says language is an important aspect of financial literacy.

Ntiyiso Consulting Group’s HC director took an eight-month sabbatical before joining the firm.

City of Tshwane asks workers to hold on while waiting for salary adjustments.

Nametsegang has been with Altron since 2018.

The Business Exchange’s David Seinker on how to encourage interaction among work-from-home staff.

Njabulo was with Heineken prior to taking up the position.

Focusing on digital helped ooba overcome the challenges of Covid-19.

The Minerals Council says mining fatalities are largely driven by specific kinds of accidents.

The motoring manufacturer aims to boost its capacity and invest more in the sector.

LESCO Manufacturing's Jonathan Shapiro on how business leaders can build more inclusive workplaces.

Nevo Hadas, Partner at DYDX explores how to create a rich culture while working remotely.

The human resources organisation announces the death of its board chair.

Workday has bought employee engagement software provider Peakon to boost its offering.

The minister outlines the jobs that were needed in the construction sector recovery plan.

Now its HR director, she joined the beer maker before it was registered in South Africa.

SABC board considers government’s alternatives to retrenchments.

Ideal OutComes' Jason Richmond on shifting from a traditional workplace to a digitally-based one.

The Labour Department streamlines some of its processes to reduce queueing during Covid-19.

Xpatweb revealed that SA is currently competing for critical skills in healthcare, engineering and ICT.

Employers can now advertise vacancies directly to insurance professionals via this platform.

The Top Employers Institute has published a list of the global top employers to work for in 2021.

Milpark Education, an L&D provider, empowers its clients to pursue sustainable business practices.

More lost jobs under Covid-19 lockdowns hit UIF and the economy hard.

Boardrooms are still not representative of South Africa’s population, the report says.

The Mindspa Institute’s Elmarie Pretorius forecasts what lies ahead at work.

Michaela says there are very real benefits to the physical office that simply cannot be overlooked.

Heineken HR boss says the company’s decision to cut jobs was not taken lightly.

Avanthi brings extensive operational experience to the role of chief people officer at Life Healthcare.

Darryl bounces back after his retrenchment from Edcon with a new challenge.

The year’s first community conversation focused on the challenges and opportunities that 2021 brings.

The restaurant chain mourns the loss of its top HR practitioner.

Consol CEO says the alcohol industry has far-reaching consequences for jobs and revenue.

The CCMA has ruled that dismissed Luxor workers must be reinstated and back wages paid.

Unions say retrenchments should be paused during Covid-19 crisis to stem rising joblessness.

The popular traffic pointsmen have been deployed again to smooth the flow of traffic.

Kgomotso joined Massmart as vice president: people partner for Massmart’s wholesale business.

The Covid-19 pandemic has inspired many to donate their time and skills to Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs).

The Return2Work Initiative and Solidarity Fund have collaborated to release workplace safety videos.

Business presses the government on a new round of relief payments amid the second wave.

Nomaxabiso Teyise says her mission is to make diversity and inclusion part of Takealot’s DNA.

Trade unions will head to the Constitutional Court to appeal salary increases.

Updated guidelines on Covid-19 testing and returning to work have been published.

The Beer Association of South Africa says 30 percent of local breweries have shut down.

Mediclinic Southern Africa is looking for volunteers to ease the burden of its overwhelmed staff.

Intelligence officers will have to foot their legal bills after losing court bid over suspensions.

Trade unions will head to the Constitutional Court to appeal salary increases.

After a rough few months, Darryl chooses not to wallow, but rather to find purpose in assisting others.

Voices from the HR community share their thoughts on the new world of work.

The top four wellness articles published in 2020.

The editor's top five picks of HR-related Covid-19 research released in 2020.

4 must-read articles from 2020 about how companies learned to work from home.

We gathered top insights on what to keep in mind when leading teams. 

The trade union leader died on Christmas day.

Pilots' association loses battle to stop business rescuers from denying members access to the workplace

4 must-read articles from 2020 about how companies weathered the Covid-19 storm. 

Read the editor's picks from last year's enlightening CHRO Community Conversations.

Five interviews from 2020 with HR leaders who opened up about their challenges and triumphs. 

In case you missed them, here are the editor’s picks of must-read features published in 2020.

The RFA and the TPSA have rejected the assertion made by the Home Affairs Minister.

Labour law expert Ivan Israelstam says arbitration rulings can be overturned via a labour court review or rescission application.

Unemployment remains high despite GDP growth.

Government approves SAA pilot lockout.

The most in-demand skills in South Africa right now.

Paymenow MD Deon Nobrega on how to help employees to make it to the end of January without burdening themselves with debt.

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