Unilever’s Mechell Chetty will discuss best practices for hiring and talent management beyond borders.

E-learning solutions company Lesson Desk has signed up for the HR Indaba Network.

Shoprite says procuring Covid-19 vaccines for its front-line workers would limit the spread of the disease.

Only 16 percent of employers expect to increase headcount this year.

Join Michele Seroke and a panel of experts as they discuss HR’s role in major workplace disruptions.

Join Discovery’s Group Chief People Officer Tswelo Kodisang as he unpacks the role of HR in modernising the workplace.

Over 2,000 jobs saved since Covid-19 outbreak.

Mercer’s Tamara Parker will reveal why embedding ESG in your organisation is an imperative.

Employee experience and engagement solution Our Tandem has signed up for the HR Indaba Network.

Stress expert Richard Sutton will offer the audience tips on turning tension into resilience.

Shoprite creates new jobs despite tough trading conditions.

British American Tobacco SA enters into discussions over retrenchment.

Mentorship programme launched to drive female participation in the renewable energy sector.

Eskom plans to reduce headcount as part of its turnaround strategy.

Exxaro attributes its track record of prioritising mining safety to its Khetha Ukuphepa (Choose Safely) campaign.

The tech giants have pledged millions to support women and girls in science and technology across Africa.

The union has spoken out against the retrenchments, which may affect 1,600 workers.

SAPS attracted 500,000 applicants in a recruitment drive, but have had to postpone their recruit training programme.

Investec's Lesley-Anne Gatter will discuss remote working and culture at the upcoming HR Indaba Online.

Business school UCT GSB has joined the HR Indaba Network.

Entrepreneur, strategist and disruptor Colin Iles says everyone in the company should be empowered to make top quality decisions.

Head of human capital Linda Roos says she believes people should not be exited based on age.

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

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.

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

Legal services company LexisNexis has joined the HR Indaba Network.

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.

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.

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.

More than 3 000 employees have accepted severance packages.

Merger of Massmart stores with wholesaler rescues over 600 jobs.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

The top four wellness articles published in 2020.

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The trade union leader died on Christmas day.

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

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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.