Quick Guides & FAQs
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Earnings Threshold – 01 March 2023
The new earnings threshold from 01 March 2023 is R241 110.59 per annum. Want to know what it means to earn above or below the earnings threshold? I made a Youtube video detailing this information. Want to know what is included and what is excluded when calculating the earnings threshold? I wrote a blog piece…
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Suspending an Employee before a Disciplinary Hearing
Is the suspension before a disciplinary hearing paid? Yes, if you are suspending an employee before a disciplinary hearing, the suspension is with pay. “But they stole from the business” or “But they assaulted someone” I completely understand the frustration that comes with suspending an employee with pay before a disciplinary hearing, however, the purpose…
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How to calculate the Earnings Threshold – Labour Law
What is included and excluded from the amount? The amount is before any deductions such as income tax, UIF, medical aid or pension / provident fund contributions Subsistence allowances and travel allowances are NOT included in the amount Achievement awards or once off performance payments and bonuses are NOT included. Payment for overtime is NOT…
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A guide to paid sick leave in South Africa
There are quite a few types of leave in South Africa: Annual leave, sick leave, family responsibility leave (sometimes referred to compassionate leave), maternity leave, parental leave, adoption leave, commissioning parental leave and more. Of the types of leave the one I get the most questions about is – sick leave. Therefore, my goal with…
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