B-BBEE Verification Agency vs B-BBEE Consultant: What Businesses Need to Know
Many South African businesses only engage meaningfully with B-BBEE when their verification audit is approaching. By then, most of the important decisions have already been made. The problem often starts with a misunderstanding of the difference between a B-BBEE verification agency and a B-BBEE consultant. These roles are related, but they are not interchangeable. A […]
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 […]
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 […]
Actions speak louder than words
Actions speak louder than words It’s one thing to claim your company is customer-orientated, but talk can be cheap regarding what matters most to your business. The businesses that serve their customers effectively don’t proclaim it on bold billboards; they prove it through offering efficient advice, paying consistent attention to detail, and delivering long-term quality […]
Why investing in youth is good for your business
Why investing in youth is good for your business It was Nelson Mandela who famously said, “The youth of today are the leaders of tomorrow”. Although some years have passed since his death, his words still ring true. How we treat our youth (legally defined in South Africa as people between the ages of 15-35) […]
Don’t delay: What happens when disciplinary action is postponed
Don’t delay: What happens when disciplinary action is postponed Many employers decide to leave disciplinary matters for a later date or to overlook matters of concern to avoid conflict. However, when handled well, conflict can have a positive impact on an employee’s performance and behaviour after they have made an error. Although, “Just wait until your mother/father gets home,” may […]