The Employment Services Amendment Bill has been dominating the headlines and South Africans who employ domestic workers, gardeners, caregivers, drivers and other household staff are paying attention.
Why? Reports emerged of fines of up to R100,000 linked to the newly introduced Employment Services Amendment Bill, 2026, which is leaving more questions than answers.
But what exactly is the Bill, and does it mean ordinary households could be penalised?
What is the Employment Services Amendment Bill?
The Employment Services Amendment Bill (B16-2026) was introduced in Parliament by the Minister of Employment and Labour in late May 2026.
The proposed law seeks to amend the Employment Services…
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