Tag: Langeberg Unemployed Forum
Does the Minister of Labour and Employment mean what he said?
We have been consistent in saying that labour laws and the National Minimum Wage (NMW) are not benefitting the unemployed. In fact, they do the exact opposite. Parliament, as the institution that makes the laws, is failing the unemployed as it is the responsible body that brings out laws and regulations that cause an increase in unemployment.
Latest statistics show no relief for the unemployed
Weary, weary, weary, weary ends my day! This is what I hear from the members of our organisation. They say that looking for the job you can’t find makes you more tired than doing a day of hard work. Working hard, knowing that tomorrow the job will still be there, waiting for you, gives you hope and energy.
Solve unemployment with Job Seekers Exemption Certificates
The Job Seekers Exemption Certificate (JSEC) idea has been around for a long time. It was first presented to President Thabo Mbeki, who passed it on to the Department of Labour. But nothing was done with it. It seems that it is only when you are unemployed that you can understand that it will be like holding a piece of gold in your hand.
