17th June 2020 BRIEFING ON UIF TERS BENEFITS AND INVITATION TO COMPLETE A QUESTIONAIRE ON UIF TERS WEBCAST Business for South Africa today hosted a webcast where members were invited to hear a presentation and discuss challenges faced in applying for and receiving benefits from the Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme (TERS). The presentation by Robert…
17 June 2020 Compatriots, It is now just over 100 days since the first case of coronavirus was identified in South Africa. For 100 days we have been living in the shadow of one of the greatest threats to global health in over 100 years. The disease, and the measures we have taken to fight…
Earlier this week, the Department of transport and public works announced that all expired vehicle licences and drivers’ licence cards, or learners’ licences will be valid for an extended 90 days from 1 June 2020, provided these expired during lockdown Level 5 and 4. This has caused immense confusion with motorists. If your vehicle licence,…
The Legal Requirements for the Lawful Use of Electronic Signatures This article seeks to examine the legal requirements for the lawful use of electronic signatures. It will focus on the use of electronic signatures in the legal industry. Diener N.O v Minister of Justice and Others: The Risks Faced by Business Rescue Practitioners…
The Event Safety Council (ESC), a special interest group within the Southern African Communications Industries Association (SACIA), has spearheaded the development of new health and safety protocols for the MICE industry. This is motivated by the need to prevent the spread of COVID-19 at future events, due to the high risk of transmission when bringing…
Greetings Networkers, My sincere apologies for the delay in circulating the meeting notes but nevertheless thank you for joining the RCCI Networking meeting on Thursday 4th June. Great Virtual Meetings With the Global Lockdown accelerating us into the world of online meetings, Harold Robinson’s presentation on how to host and run great virtual meetings was both…
The Smart City Office of the City of Johannesburg (CoJ) has commissioned the Bureau of Market Research (BMR) at the University of South Africa (Unisa) to conduct a research study to assess and establish the progress made with the implementation of the Smart City Programme in the City. You are invited to participate in the…
A 6.4% pay hike in the midst of crisis – the city’s idea of belt-tightening. Residents of Joburg are being asked to comment on the city’s latest budget proposals – and they probably should. The city councillors propose awarding themselves a 6.4% pay increase this year, while multiple surveys show that most South Africans are…
The coronavirus (COVID-19) global pandemic has brought additional strain to an already struggling South African economy. IQbusiness, Schindlers Attorneys, Engaged Business Turnaround, Sirdar Group and Envision have formed a consortium to bring their extensive legal, accounting, technology and business turnaround expertise to help businesses in financial distress. Together, these businesses…
See below letter from PRASA to Chambers of Commerce and Industry:
This article by Adv Mthokozisi Xulu. President of SACCI, was published in the June edition of the Department of Tourism’s newsletter, Bonjanala. Left: Adv Mthokozisi Xulu, Board Member, Seda and President of the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI) Labelled as a black swan event and likened to the economic scene of World…
BY Ivan Israelstam, Chief Executive of Labour Law Management Consulting. He may be contacted on (011) 888-7944 or 0828522973 or on e-mail address: [email protected]. Go to: www.labourlawadvice.co.za. It is contentious as to whether second generation outsourcing falls under section 197 of the Labour Relations Act, which is the law protecting employees when a business or…
Government Tender Bulletin 3110, published on 12th June 2020.
Please click on links below for Standard Bank Covid-19 assistance for small businesses. https://onlinesignup.standardbank.co.za/ https://www.standardbank.co.za/southafrica/business/covid-19
#Feedourcrew, supported by DWR Distribution’s SOS Charity Fund, are hoping to give a final push to raise funds internationally for event industry freelancers and theatre technicians in South Africa. This very hardworking and dedicated group of people have struggled to put food on the table during the national lockdown due to Covid-19 lockdown. Nicole Barnes…
SOUTH AFRICANS ENCOURAGED TO USE COVID-19 DIGITAL HEALTH ASSESSMENT TOOL Dial *134*832# Follow the menu instructions and answer a series of short questions. The National Department of Health (NDoH) recently launched HealthCheck, an innovative digital health assessment tool which allows for early detection, mapping and management of Covid-19 cases using USSD and the official Covid-19…
ECONOMIC DIVISION TAIPEI LIAISON OFFICE IN THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA The Taipei Liaison Office in South Africa has the pleasure to inform you that the Industrial Development Bureau, Ministry of Economic Affairs, Taiwan (ROC) and the Netherlands Office Taipei will be co-hosting a free-of-charge online Seminar “TW-NL Cyber Opportunity Webinar”. The seminar will showcase…
BY Ivan Israelstam, Chief Executive of Labour Law Management Consulting. He may be contacted on (011) 888-7944 or 0828522973 or on e-mail address: [email protected]. Go to: www.labourlawadvice.co.za South Africa’s labour legislation has, since 1996, been gradually but relentlessly removing labour flexibility from our economy. This is alarming because, especially in the modern world of business…
Businesses are invited to submit their bids as suppliers of Sanitizer Machines in accordance with the National Department Of Health General Conditions of Contract and the Schedule of Requirements as set out in the linked Request for Quotation (RFQ). If you are interested, please prepare your quotation in accordance with the requirements and process as set…
Government Tender Bulletin 3109, published on 5th June 2020.
