https://www.bizcommunity.com/HR South Africa Human Resources & Management news 15 HR & Management news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/HR en-us Tue, 10 Nov 2026 18:25:14 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/soft-skills-will-matter-more-than-ever-295807a Most professionals understand the importance of building concrete, job-specific skills and qualifications to advance their careers. But in today’s complex, collaborative workplace, employers are also placing increasing emphasis on interpersonal, attitudinal and behavioural skills when they recruit. 1-273240 Tue, 10 Nov 2026 15:18:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Human Resources & Management South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/labour-court-rejects-union-bid-to-stop-job-losses-at-tulbagh-cannery-962514a The court found that Premier FMCG had followed due process in negotiating voluntary severance packages. 1-273234 Tue, 10 Nov 2026 13:09:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Human Resources & Management South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/can-an-unfair-labour-claim-become-an-equality-case-962504a Intuitively, the answer may seem obvious. South African law has a long history of guarding against the splitting of claims. Yet, despite this established principle, the legislature continues to regulate seemingly overlapping subject matter through different statutes, each with its own remedies and dispute-resolution forums. This article explores what happens when a party pursues every available avenue to resolve what is, in substance, the same dispute. 1-273224 Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:57:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Human Resources & Management South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/how-to-prepare-for-the-inevitable-exit-of-top-performers-295867a When a high-performing employee resigns, the vacancy itself is often the most visible of the problems facing the business. The less obvious challenge is replacing what leaves with that person: years of accumulated knowledge, trusted client relationships, an understanding of how the organisation operates, and the ability to turn opportunities into bottom-line results. 1-273200 Mon, 09 Nov 2026 14:32:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Human Resources & Management South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/ai-drives-demand-for-specialised-ict-skills-in-south-africa-639631a Demand for artificial intelligence skills is increasing in South Africa's information and communications technology (ICT) sector, with employers seeking professionals who can develop, implement and manage AI solutions, according to a new industry survey. 1-273151 Fri, 06 Nov 2026 11:29:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Human Resources & Management South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/the-hidden-productivity-tax-sitting-inside-your-business-962904a South African businesses could be losing millions of rands a year to a cost that rarely appears on their financial statements: the time employees waste working around technology that was supposed to make them more productive. 1-273124 Thu, 05 Nov 2026 14:52:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Human Resources & Management South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/from-linkedin-to-deepfakes-how-professional-profiles-fuel-identity-fraud-417779a While most of the attention and advice surrounding cybersecurity focuses on passwords, phishing links and software updates, background screening and vetting company MIE highlights an often overlooked risk: the profile people build about themselves online. 1-273095 Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:27:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Human Resources & Management South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/expect-the-unexpected-are-you-covered-if-your-year-end-function-goes-awry-962224a As the festive season approaches and offices across South Africa gear up for year-end celebrations, employers would do well to pause before popping the champagne. Behind the glitter and goodwill of the office party lies a web of potential liability — and, too often, a dangerous gap in insurance coverage. 1-273094 Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:08:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Human Resources & Management South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/the-new-discipline-of-leadership-073355a Employee wellbeing has become a business priority. Organisations are investing in mental health programmes, flexible working, employee assistance initiatives and resilience training because they recognise that the health of their people influences the health of their business. The McKinsey Health Institute and the World Economic Forum reinforce that view in their 2025 report, Thriving Workplaces: How Employers Can Improve Productivity and Change Lives, arguing that investing in workforce health strengthens productivity, resilience and long-term organisational performance. 1-273087 Tue, 03 Nov 2026 14:31:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Human Resources & Management South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/employers-urged-to-allow-staff-time-off-to-vote-528800a Department of Employment and Labour Minister, Nomakhosazana Meth, has called on employers to release workers to exercise their democratic and constitutional right to vote in the local government elections on 4 November. 1-273086 Tue, 03 Nov 2026 13:39:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Human Resources & Management South Africa