Unemployment eases

Unemployment eases

South Africa’s unemployment eased to 24.1% in the fourth quarter of 2013 from a revised 24.5% in the third quarter, Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) said on Tuesday. Releasing its Quarterly Labour Force Survey, Stats SA said employment increased by 141 000, largely...
Employment Tax Incentive Bill welcomed

Employment Tax Incentive Bill welcomed

Government has welcomed the adoption of the Employment Tax Incentive Bill, which is aimed at reversing the high levels of youth unemployment. The bill proposes a youth wage subsidy aimed at encouraging employers, through tax incentives, to create job opportunities for...