The South African Department of Employment and Labour is introduce and enforce policies that promote fair labour practices and stimulate job creation. It was previously known more simply as the Department of Labour. Its mission centers on creating a dynamic and equitable labour market by overseeing employer-employee relationships, developing and enforcing relevant legislation, and ensuring compliance with established labour standards.
The department provides a wide range of services that support both workers and employers. It is responsibsle for enforcing labour laws, ensuring safe and healthy working conditions through strict occupational health and safety standards, and overseeing the implementation of employment equity policies. Additionally, the department is responsible for the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) which provides a free service to employees who have disputes with their employer.
The legislation that the Department of Employment and Labour is responsible for includes the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Industrial Relations Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Skills Development Act and the Employment Equity Act.
Post-Matric Options
We helped you with past papers for your matric exams, so hopefully you are happy with your Matric results. So now you are faced with a lot of post-matric options that can shape your future paths. You might want to study law, teaching, or nursing. Of course studying is expensive so we have helpful advice about student loans, NSFAS bursaries, Fundi loans, ISFAP, and lots of other funding options.
These options range from pursuing higher education at universities , TVET Colleges or private colleges, finding student accommodation, entering vocational training programs (like Learnerships and internships), joining the workforce, or even starting your own business. There are so many choices but we are here to help.
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Millions of people received Sassa grant payments this month. However, many beneficiaries did not receive their payments and need to take action to get their grants.
Applicants whose SRD grant applications were declined due to incorrect personal details, such as names or surnames, can request an update to their information to ensure eligibility for the October 2025 payment cycle.
Where to Study
Oxbridge Academy gives you the opportunity to further your education and realise your full potential whilst earning a living. They have options for school-leavers who didn’t have an opportunity to study further and adult learners who never finished school.
Oxbridge Academy makes use of Distance Learning where you don't have to travel to a campus to attend any classes.
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After five years, everyone who has a drivers licence is required to renew it. Here's how you go about renewing your drivers licence and getting a new drivers licence card.
