B-BBEE Changes Coming Our Way
The Department of Trade and Industry has recently gazetted draft changes to the B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice, open for public comment until 30 March 2026. One of the most notable proposals in the draft amendments is the introduction of a centrally administered Transformation Fund. The draft allows companies to contribute 3% of Net Profit […]
More Legislation Changes: COIDA Amendment Act 10 OF 2022
A decisive shift from compensation to rehabilitation and return-to-work The Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Amendment Act is now operational, and it materially changes how employers must think about workplace injury and illness. This is no longer simply a claims and payout issue. It is a rehabilitation and reintegration framework. Key developments employers should […]
Growthcurve Group: Our Story
You may have noticed a change in our branding or email address recently. You may even have wondered what happened to People Partners and Human Alliance, the businesses you know and trust. As we begin 2026, here is the short version of our story. A new group platform, the same trusted expertise. People Partners and […]
We’re Growing – Announcing the Growthcurve Group
A New Chapter for People Partners and Human Alliance We’re excited to share some news about the evolution of our brand. Since Human Alliance officially joined the People Partners family in 2023, we have been growing side by side, guided by shared values and a long-standing commitment to providing exceptional HR and transformation support. Now […]
Increased Earnings Threshold 2024 – Now R21 200 per month
The earnings threshold in terms of Section 6 (3) of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, No. 75 of 1997 (BCEA) is amended from time to time. Employees earning below this threshold enjoy certain protections under the BCEA. Employees earning above the threshold are excluded from the application of the following sections of the BCEA: […]
Best practices for change management in the workplace
Best practices for change management in the workplace Change is inevitable in today’s fast-paced working environment. Organisations have to adapt to their business environment to survive, grow and not be left behind. As such, it is vital that businesses can pivot where necessary to achieve the results needed for success. Unfortunately, many employees and employers […]
Can an employer refuse a medical certificate?
Can an employer refuse a medical certificate? The matter of a medical certificate (“sick/doctor’s note”) has been an area of concern for employers for quite some time. Many employers believe that if their employees provide a medical certificate for their absence from work, they are obliged to pay them for the day(s) missed – no […]
Amendments to the Employment Equity Act
Amendments to the Employment Equity Act Background On 14 April 2023, President Cyril Ramaphosa signed into law the Employment Equity Act (EEA) Amendment Bill of 2020. This Bill was originally published for public comment on 21 September 2018 and has now been gazetted. The amendments will take effect in September 2023 if not delayed in […]
Succession planning for your business: Finding someone to step into your shoes
Succession planning for your business: Finding someone to step into your shoes Good governance is the foundation of good organisational performance, and the converse is also true. Succession planning is a major component of good governance. It involves the aspect of business strategy where leadership roles are passed down from more senior to more junior […]