COIDA Law South Africa: 2026 Compliance Changes Employers Must Act On
South Africa’s compensation and workplace injury framework has entered a new enforcement era. The COIDA Amendment Act (Act 10 of 2022) is now being implemented in phases from January 2026, introducing stricter compliance obligations, expanded employer liability, and administrative penalties with immediate financial consequences. For employers, this marks a decisive shift away from reactive compliance […]
Occupational Health and Safety South Africa: Major Legal Changes Employers Must Prepare For
Occupational Health and Safety South Africa: Major Legal Changes Employers Must Prepare For Occupational health and safety in South Africa is entering one of its most significant reform periods since the introduction of the OHS Act of 1993. As of January 2026, sweeping legislative changes are underway through the OHS Amendment Bill and multiple new […]
Understanding the OHSA Draft Construction Regulations, 2025: What You Need to Know
The Department of Employment and Labour has published the Draft Construction Regulations, 2025, under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) No. 85 of 1993. This marks a major step forward in strengthening construction health and safety standards in South Africa. These draft regulations are now open for public comment, and all stakeholders have 90 […]