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Statutory Links Get instant access to important documents and legislation below. Statutory Links 01 Constitution of South Africa 02 Labour Relations Act and related 03 Employment Equity Act and related 04 COIDA Act and related 05 OHSA and related 06 Cybercrimes Act and related 07 Companies Act and related 08 Skills Development Act and related 09 Tobacco Products Act and related 10 Cannabis and related 11 BBBEE and related 12 Employment Services Amendment Act and related 13 Protection of Personal Information Act and related 14 Promotion of Access to Information Act and related 15 Unemployment Insurance Fund Act and related 16 National Labour Migration Policy and related 17 National Health Insurance Act and related 18 Promotion of Equality and Prevention of Unfair Discrimination Act 3.1 Code on the Prevention and Elimination of Harassment 3.2 Code on Equal Pay for Work of Equal Value 3.3 Code on Preparation, Implementation and Monitoring of the EE Plan 3.4 Employment Equity Regulations 4.1 Regulations on Rehabilitation, Re-integration and Return to Work 5.1 Code on Managing C19 at the Workplace 5.2 Hazardous Biological Agents Regulations 6.1 Cybercrimes SAPS SOP 8.1 Skills Development Regulations 8.2 Skills Development Levies Act 11.1 BBBEE Codes of Good Practice 14.1 Promotion of Access to Information Regulations On behalf of the R&D team, we would like to thank GBS and particularly Lwandile for a fantastic training session yesterday. Lwandile was well versed in the subject matter, very eloquent and able to read the room. The training was well received and impactful. Y.G.

Explore Global Business Solutions' flagship events, including the Annual Employment Conference (#AEC) and Labour Law Updates (#MYLLU & #ALLU), designed to keep South African businesses ahead of labour and HR trends. Join industry experts to gain valuable insights on legal compliance, workforce strategies, and case law updates. Flagship Events Shaping the Future of South Africa’s Labour and Business Landscape Our flagship events provide essential insights and expert analysis, equipping you with the tools to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of employment and labour law. Designed to bring you the latest developments, trends, and case studies, these events ensure you’re fully prepared to navigate the complexities of the workplace in South Africa. Our Annual Updates We've been hosting three big Updates over the past decade, more detail on each Update below: Annual Employment Conference (AEC) March | Hybrid Event The Annual Employment Conference (AEC) is the perfect way to start the year, offering an in-depth overview of the trends shaping the labour and business sectors in South Africa. With leading economists, labour law experts, clinical psychologists, and other industry specialists, the AEC offers insights into economic forecasts, workforce dynamics, and regulatory changes that will impact the year ahead. Whether you're in HR, management, or legal compliance, this conference provides the knowledge and strategies to stay informed and make proactive decisions for your business. Register Now Mid-Year Labour Law Update (#MLLU) June/July | Multiple Cities + Virtual The Mid-Year Labour Law Update is your comprehensive guide to the latest labour law developments and case law. Taking place in Johannesburg, Durban, Port Elizabeth, East London, Cape Town, and virtually, this event brings together HR professionals, business leaders, and legal experts to unpack crucial legal changes that have occurred in the first half of the year. From landmark rulings to new regulations, our experts provide actionable insights into how these developments impact your business and workforce. Attendees also benefit from networking opportunities, comprehensive content binders, and a focused deep-dive into HR practices and compliance strategies. Register Now Annual Labour Law Update (#ALLU) October/November | Multiple Cities + Virtual Concluding the year, the Annual Labour Law Update is your go-to event for a detailed review of the key labour law and HR cases that have shaped 2024. Offering a recap of the year’s most impactful legal changes, case law, and updates on labour law policies, this event ensures you’re fully equipped to tackle the challenges of the coming year. Held in major cities and online, ALLU provides delegates with expert-led sessions and critical insights into workplace compliance, dispute resolution, and employee relations. It's the ultimate event for staying ahead of labour law changes and preparing your organisation for the year ahead. Register Now View Our Upcoming Events

Meet our expert Employment Equity (EE) consultants with decades of experience in EE compliance, workforce transformation, B-BBEE strategies, diversity audits, and pay equity solutions. Get the guidance you need to navigate South Africa’s Employment Equity Act and build an inclusive, high-performing workplace. Transforming Workplace Equity for South African Businesses At Global Business Solutions, we understand that navigating South Africa's employment equity landscape requires both expertise and practical experience. Our dedicated team of employment equity specialists helps organisations not only comply with legislation but transform their workplaces into truly diverse, equitable, and inclusive environments. Stay compliant, get in touch Why Choose Our Employment Equity Services? Unmatched Legal Expertise Our team includes practicing attorneys and legal specialists who focus exclusively on South African labour law and employment equity matters. Several of our consultants serve as advisors to the Commission for Employment Equity, providing input that shapes national policy and regulations. Practical Implementation Experience We don't just understand the theory; we've helped hundreds of South African businesses transform their employment equity practices across various industries and organisational sizes. Our consultants translate complex legal requirements into practical, achievable steps tailored to your specific business context. Holistic Approach to Workplace Transformation We view employment equity (EE) as more than a compliance exercise. Our strategic approach integrates EE planning with broader talent management, skills development, and organisational culture initiatives to create sustainable transformation. Partner with us to not only stay compliant, but to drive true transformation and success in your organisation. Get in Touch View EE Sectoral Targets Our Employment Equity Expertise Our consultants bring decades of combined experience in employment equity implementation, including one current and one past Employment Equity Commissioner, with specialised knowledge in: Employment Equity Act compliance and reporting Ensure full compliance with South Africa’s Employment Equity Act with expert guidance on EE reporting, strategic workforce planning, and compliance audits. We help businesses align with Department of Employment and Labour (DoEL) regulations, avoid penalties, and streamline the submission of EEA2 and EEA4 reports. Our approach integrates B-BBEE strategy, employment transformation, and fair workplace practices, positioning your business for sustainable growth and legal compliance. Development of comprehensive EE plans Craft legally sound, strategic Employment Equity (EE) plans that drive inclusion, diversity, and transformation. Our tailored EE solutions ensure that businesses meet EE Act requirements, implement realistic numerical targets and goals, and foster a culture of equal opportunity. From conducting employment equity diagnostics to developing customised 5-year EE plans, we equip organisations with the tools to drive meaningful workplace change while enhancing B-BBEE scorecard performance. Workplace diversity audits and assessments Enhance your organisation’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts with our in-depth workplace diversity audits. We conduct pre-verification EE assessments, identify barriers to diversity, and provide actionable insights for improving workplace inclusivity. Our services include pay equity audits, demographic workforce analysis, compliance gap assessments, and support with SANAS accreditation and DoEL inspections. Stay ahead of evolving EE regulations and create a more equitable and productive workplace. Strategic implementation of affirmative action measures Drive transformation and fair representation with strategic affirmative action planning. Our consultants help organisations develop and implement equitable hiring, training, and promotion strategies to address historical workplace inequalities. Through skills development, succession planning, and diversity-focused leadership pipelines, we ensure compliance with EE legislation while fostering a high-performing, diverse workforce. Prevention of unfair discrimination Mitigate risks and promote a fair, discrimination-free workplace with expert guidance on unfair labour practices, harassment policies, and bias reduction. We assist businesses in developing EE-aligned grievance procedures, inclusive workplace policies, and bias-free HR strategies. Our approach ensures adherence to South Africa’s EE and Labour Relations Act, safeguarding your business from legal risks and fostering an environment where all employees thrive. Income differential analysis and pay equity solutions Achieve pay transparency and fairness with our expert-led income differential analysis. We assess wage gaps, employment equity income trends, and pay parity compliance using in-depth EEA4 reporting insights. Our solutions help businesses navigate remuneration equity, align with equal pay for work of equal value principles, and implement fair, performance-based salary structures that enhance employee retention and compliance with EE Act provisions. MAN Automotive The facilitator was very detailed and it was clear for a first timer to understand. The examples used were real life examples which resonate with our company. I loved and enjoyed the training Meet the Minds Driving Transformation Get to know the experts behind our Employment Equity solutions—dedicated professionals empowering businesses to achieve sustainable success. Employment Equity Division Head, Joint-CEO at Global Business Solutions, and current Employment Equity Commissioner Thembi Chagonda Thembi, Joint CEO of Global Business Solutions, is one of South Africa’s leading HR consultants, with over 20 years of expertise in transformation, diversity, and skills development. A trusted advisor on BBBEE, Employment Equity, and HR compliance, Thembi holds a Bachelor of Social Science, a Postgraduate Diploma in Labour Law, and an Executive Certificate from Columbia Business School. As an Employment Equity Commissioner and industry leader, Thembi drives transformation initiatives, delivers impactful training, and shapes strategic HR solutions across sectors. Her leadership and contributions have positioned her as a key influencer in South Africa’s HR landscape. EE and Skills Development Expert Lwandile Mkosana Lwandile Mkosana is a dynamic training facilitator specializing in workplace transformation, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), and Emotional Intelligence. Since joining Global Business Solutions in 2018, shortly after earning his Honours degree in Politics and Psychology from Rhodes University, he has established himself as a rising expert in B-BBEE, Employment Equity (EEA), and Skills Development (SD) Act compliance. His modern and engaging approach to facilitation makes complex transformation concepts accessible and actionable for organisations. Lwandile has successfully delivered training for leading South African companies, including Altron Group, BMW, Merensky, PSG Wealth, Tiger Brands, Glencore, Diageo, and Dischem. His ability to create meaningful and interactive learning experiences has driven real organizational growth and cultural change. Beyond facilitation, he is an experienced HR consultant, assisting businesses in identifying workplace challenges, developing strategic solutions, and supporting HR transformation projects through analytical insights and practical interventions. A fluent English and isiXhosa speaker, Lwandile connects authentically with diverse audiences, ensuring his training resonates across various cultural backgrounds. His blend of academic expertise, consulting acumen, and engaging facilitation style makes him a valuable asset to organizations seeking to enhance transformation, DEI, and workplace culture initiatives. As he continues to grow at Global Business Solutions, he remains committed to driving impactful change in HR development and organisational training across South Africa. EE Expert, Joint-CEO of Global Business Solutions, CEO of Circle And Square & Former EE Commissioner John Botha John Botha is a highly regarded leader in workforce solutions, labour law, and strategic business transformation. As Joint CEO of Global Business Solutions, he brings decades of experience and has shaped South Africa's labour and employment landscape through his roles on the Employment Equity Commission and Essential Services Commission. A former Group Executive Director of South Africa's largest JSE-listed workforce solutions company at just 31, John has represented South Africa at the International Labour Organisation and led key labour law negotiations at NEDLAC. His academic credentials include a BCom Honours, a Postgraduate Diploma in Labour Law, and executive training from Columbia Business School and MIT. Renowned for his innovative strategies and transformative insights, John is a sought-after speaker and trusted advisor, helping organisations drive growth while navigating complex regulatory environments. Employment Equity and Labour Law Expert, she is also an Admitted Attorney Justine Weddell Justine is an admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa specialising in labour law. Justine has gained valuable knowledge and experience in employment law by representing and servicing clients both as a Consultant and an Attorney. Consultant Tapiwa Chagonda Tapiwa facilitates and consults within the transformational space, from Employment Equity to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. He plays a crucial role in aiding clients in submitting Mandatory and Discretionary Grants to SETA's and boasts a 100% success rate in successful submissions. Along with proficient WSP/ATR reporting, he is a competent SDF with the skills and knowledge to successfully assist companies in performing inter-seta transfers, having a 100% inter-seta transfer rate. Executive at Kirchmanns Inc., Senior Consultant at Global Business Solutions, and SASLAW WC Committee Member Grant Wilkinson Grant is an admitted attorney with a wide range of experience in both consulting and training. Grant’s focus areas are: Labour Law, industrial relations, employment equity, legislative development, commercial law, consumer protection, corporate governance, and human resources. Employment Equity & Labour Relations Specialist Marianne Gradwell With 29 years of experience in human resources and labour relations, Marianne Gradwell is a trusted expert in Employment Equity (EE) compliance, workplace transformation, and fair labour practices. She holds a Diploma in HR Management and a BTech (NQF7) in Labour Relations Management, equipping her with deep expertise in employment law, workforce compliance, and dispute resolution. Marianne has spent nearly three decades helping organisations navigate complex EE legislation, implement affirmative action strategies, and develop comprehensive employment equity plans that align with South Africa’s Employment Equity Act and B-BBEE requirements. Her extensive experience includes labour relations management, pay equity assessments, and diversity audits, ensuring businesses foster inclusive, compliant, and high-performing workplaces. As a seasoned consultant, Marianne works closely with employers to identify barriers to equity, enhance diversity strategies, and drive sustainable transformation. Her ability to bridge regulatory compliance with practical workplace implementation makes her an invaluable resource for organisations striving for employment equity excellence. Chairman, Global Business Solutions, Chartered Director, and Commissioner on the National Minimum Wage Commission Jonathan Goldberg Johnny is a renowned expert in South Africa’s labour law and regulatory landscape with over 30 years of experience. A trusted advisor and thought leader, Johnny has led high-level negotiations at plant, industry, and NEDLAC levels. Holding an MBA (Cum Laude), LLB, and Chartered Director status, he is a sought-after speaker and consultant on employment equity, wage negotiations, and business strategy. As a Commissioner on the National Minimum Wage Commission and Labour Market Convenor at NEDLAC, Johnny represents business interests in shaping national policy and transformation. Human resources consulting, Training and development, workplace discipline and Employment Equity Gavin Stone Gavin Stone is a seasoned Employment Equity and Human Resources Consultant with over four years of consulting experience and a strong background in HR management, training, and workforce transformation. Holding a National Diploma in HR Management, along with BTEC qualifications in HR Management and Training & Development, Gavin brings a wealth of expertise in guiding organisations through employment equity compliance, skills development, and fair workplace policies. As an Assessor and Moderator, he plays a key role in workforce training initiatives, ensuring alignment with Employment Equity Act (EEA) regulations and B-BBEE requirements. His extensive leadership experience includes serving as the Chairman for the KwaZulu-Natal Furniture Manufacturing Association (KZNFMA) and Rural Furniture Manufacturing Associations, as well as the Chairman of the Furniture Manufacturing Bargaining Council. Additionally, he holds a directorship at SAFI (South African Furniture Initiative), where he advocates for industry transformation and equitable labour practices. Gavin is passionate about driving sustainable workplace transformation, providing expert guidance on EE planning, diversity audits, affirmative action measures, and income differential analysis. His consultative approach helps businesses navigate complex EE legislation while fostering inclusive and high-performing work environments. Senior B-BBEE & EE Consultant and Facilitator at Global Business Solution, former lecturer Cindie Muller Cindie is a consultant for Global Business Solutions and a leading human resources consultant on B-BBEE and employment equity. She holds a Masters Degree in Programme Management (M.Com), as well as a being a certified B-BBEE Technician and BEE auditing practitioner. Cindie is involved in initiatives to promote transformation in the workplace and education. Cindie has been involved in a number of consulting engagements in which she advised clients on how to maximize their B-BBEE score. Cindie is also responsible for BEE strategy development, Corporate Social Investment Programmes, Enterprise Development, Skills Development, Staff volunteering Programmes, Wellness strategy development, Mentorship Programmes, Suppliers development, Training and Coaching.

View draft EE sectoral targets for consultation as provided by the Department of Employment and Labour. Stay updated on future changes and access resources to identify the relevant sector for your business. EE SECTORAL TARGETS EE SECTORAL TARGETS EE SECTORAL TARGETS EE SECTORAL TARGETS The Sectoral Targets below are draft targets made available to stakeholders by the Department of Employment and Labour for consultation purposes. Users to ensure that they regularly check-in on our website for any future updates. The final Sectoral Targets will be gazetted together with the EE Regulations; until such time, these targets will remain drafts. Despite this, we encourage designated employers to commence with their Section 19 barriers and workforce profile analysis, should their existing EE Plans expire any time soon. To assist employers in identifying which one of the 18 Sectors they fall in, you may navigate to this page on the Statistics South Africa website for a list of main groups of the Standard Industrial Classifications (SIC) Code. Get In Touch DoEL 18x Sectors Draft Sectoral Targets Released Download Accommodation & Food Service Activities Accommodation and Food Service Activities April 2025 Download Administrative & Support Activities Administrative & Support Activities April 2025 Download Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing April 2025 Download Arts, Entertainment & Recreation Arts, Entertainment & Recreation April 2025 Download Construction Construction April 2025 Download Education Subsector: Secondary, Technical and vocational education April 2025 Download Electricity, Gas, Steam & Air Conditioning Supply Electricity, Gas, Steam and Air Conditioning Supply April 2025 Download Financial & Insurance Activities Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing April 2025 Download Human Health and Social Work Activities Arts, Entertainment & Recreation April 2025 Download Information & Communication Information & Communication April 2025 Download Manufacturing Subsector 1: Manufacturing of food products; beverages and tobacco products April 2025 Download Manufacturing Subsector 2: Manufacturing of textile; wearing apparel; leather and related products April 2025 Download Manufacturing Subsector 3: Manufacturing of wood and product of wood; furniture; cork; articles of straw; plaiting materials; paper and paper products April 2025 Download Manufacturing Subsector 4: Manufacture of printing; reproduction of recorded media; computer; electronic and optical products April 2025 Download Manufacturing Subsector 5: Manufacture of coke; refined petroleum products; chemicals; chemical products; pharmaceuticals; medicinal chemical; botanical products; rubber; tyres and tubes; plastic products and non-metallic mineral products April 2025 Download Manufacturing Subsector 6: Manufacture of basic metals; fabricated metal products; except machinery and equipment April 2025 Download Manufacturing Subsector 7: Manufacture of electrical equipment; machinery; equipment; motor vehicles; trailers; semi-trailers; transport equipment; installation of machinery and equipment April 2025 Download Mining & Quarrying Mining & Quarrying April 2025 Download Professional, Scientific & Technical Activities Professional, Scientific and Technical Activities April 2025 Download Public Administration & Defence, & compulsory Social Security Public Administration and Defence, and compulsory Social Security April 2025 Download Real Estate Activities Real Estate Activities April 2025 Download Download Transportation & Storage Transportation & Storage April 2025 Download Water Supply, Sewerage, Waste Management & Remediation Activities Water Supply, Sewerage, Waste Management and Remediation Activities April 2025 Download Wholesale & Retail Trade, Repair of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles Wholesale & Retail Trade of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles April 2025 Download

Explore GBS's Digital Intelligence (AI) consulting services, empowering people through data-driven insights, digital safety, AI literacy, and AI-enabled innovation for businesses. Digital Intelligence (AI) Empowering People in Data-Driven Insights & AI-Enabled Innovation Looking for a comprehensive AI journey? Explore our AI Compass Programme — a 10-month, hands-on AI transformation for HR and labour professionals. GBS is a leading consulting and training firm in Digital Intelligence, which includes: Digital passport journey Digital rights and obligations in statutes Digital ethics and governance Digital safety and security Learning and adaptability End-user AI capacitation Digital literacy and communications (AI tools) Digital emotional intelligence Digital user framework Practical application of AI at user, functional, and organisational level Organisational design and engineering Levels of Sevices We provide consulting, training, collaboration, and coaching on CORE, INTERMEDIATE and ADVANCED levels. New: AI Compass Capacitation Programme Empowering HR, ER and labour professionals to confidently lead with AI The AI Compass is a 10-month only, hands-on capacitation journey where you’ll build real tools, bots and policies using AI — legally, ethically and practically. Designed for South African labour frameworks (LRA, POPIA, Cybercrimes Act), this programme bridges the gap between theory and workplace impact. Includes: DE Initiator & Chairperson Bots EE calculator & disability tools AI policy templates and workflow maps 40+ hours of workshops and monthly application labs Valued at over R250 000.00 (Bots & Tools access, Training, Policies & Resources, etc.) — you invest just R32 500.00 once-off (save R7 500.00 ), or R4 000.00/month . Programme kicks off February 2026 Early-bird 15% discount available until 15 December 2025 ONLY. Learn More & Register Advanced-Level Cultivate AI talent & culture Workforce redesign & scaling Assess current capabilities & readiness Develop a roadmap Build or acquire the necessary infrastructure Ethics and regulatory polices internalised Pilot and iterate Scale and integrate Monitor and evolve Intermediate-Level End-user AI capacitation across key functional areas of application Overview of AI applications Audit areas prone to digitisation and disruption Digital dexterity, learning agility & resilience Creative problem-solving Cybersecurity awareness and ethical digital behaviour Process re-engineering & skills gap analysis Core-Level Introduction to DQ and AI, leaving no-one behind Digital citizenship baseline requirements DQ/AI competencies (learning & adaptability, problem-solving & creativity, data & communication, security & ethics, people-centricity) Evolution of tech over the industrial revolutions & human impact, DQ and AI disruption across industries & jobs Personalisation and immersion into AI, top uses applied & foundational prompt-engineering in jobs Get a Quote Transform Your Business with a Single Click—Get a Quote! First Name Last Name Contact Number Company Company Email Position Choose an industry your company operates in below. Choose an option When is your Birthday? Choose your closest region from the dropdown. Choose an option How can we help your business? Get the latest tips and updates! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to keep your business thriving. Send

Explore GBS's Leadership and Emotional Intelligence (EQ) consulting services. From personal mastery to high-performance teams, we help businesses thrive by putting people at the heart of business performance. Leadership/EQ People at the Heart of Business Performance GBS is a leading consulting and training firm in Digital Intelligence which includes: VUCA world and disruption The human impact, mental health and wellbeing Assessments and surveys Self-awareness Know-self Lead-self Lead-others Lead-business Personal mastery Transitioning through change High-performance teams Trust (connection x task) Design-thinking Psychological insights Relationship By Objectives Levels of Sevices We provide consulting, training, collaboration, and coaching on CORE, INTERMEDIATE and ADVANCED levels. Advanced-Level Leading a culture of wellbeing Building a resilient, productive & innovative workforce Managing change and leading transition Designing work models High-performance teams, leading performance Building cognitive flexibility Advanced emotional regulation Increased employee engagement Values-based leadership Intermediate-Level Leading a culture of wellbeing, organisational support Neuroscience of stress & resilience (including time & energy) Leadership capabilities Framework to operationalise wellbeing The psychology of the world of work (digital, hybrid & remote work, boundary management, surveillance, performance) Building human-centric organisations Trust & relational dynamics Dysfunctions of teams Core-Level A journey to personal mastery (EQ, authenticity, relational intelligence) Conflict management Psychology of resilience Adaptability & change management Psychological factors influencing wellbeing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB) Work-life balance, preventing burnout Get a Quote Transform Your Business with a Single Click—Get a Quote! First Name Last Name Contact Number Company Company Email Position Choose an industry your company operates in below. Choose an option When is your Birthday? Choose your closest region from the dropdown. Choose an option How can we help your business? Get the latest tips and updates! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to keep your business thriving. Send

Explore Global Business Solution’s cutting-edge AI-powered bots designed for HR, labour law, disciplinary enquiries, business automation, and workforce compliance. Streamline processes, ensure legal accuracy, and enhance efficiency with our tailored AI solutions. Find the right bot for your needs today! Explore GBS's AI Bots and Tools for HR, Labour Law, and Business Automation Enhance your business operations with GBS’s suite of AI-powered bots and tools, built to support the full HR lifecycle, labour law compliance, disciplinary enquiries, and business automation. From onboarding and contracting through to performance management, employee relations, leave and wellness, and dispute resolution, each solution is designed to guide users through best-practice steps, capture the right information, and generate consistent documentation that reduces compliance risk and saves time. Our flagship bot, Ask Johnny (AJ), is available for free and provides immediate assistance, while the rest of the tools are available once you log in as a site member. Both free and premium tools can be accessed upon authentication; for a smooth experience, use our user signup guide to register, log in, and navigate the platform easily. Enquire about our Bot Solutions Now ! Enquire Now GBS Website Login User Guide Ask Johnny Bot, a.k.a. AJ Bot (FREE) AJ Bot (Free) What is AskJohnny? AskJohnny is a 24/7 AI-powered chatbot, available on the Global Business Solutions website and WhatsApp, designed to provide quick and reliable answers on South African Labour Law, Human Resources, and related topics. This industry-first tool helps businesses and individuals navigate workplace regulations with ease. When to Use It Use AskJohnny when you need: - Instant answers on South African labour laws and HR policies - Guidance on workplace compliance and employee rights - Quick access to key legal and HR information - In-depth research on case law and workplace regulations Why It's Important AskJohnny is revolutionising business advisory support by: - Offering free access (for a limited time) to essential HR and labour law insights - Providing instant responses via the GBS website and WhatsApp - Supporting compliance and informed decision-making - Helping users understand key legal frameworks quickly and efficiently How to Use It Access AskJohnny via: - Website: Sign Up/Login to our website, navigate to the Ask Johnny page, and start chatting. - WhatsApp: Save 082 840 4239 and send a message saying “Hi.” - Ask your questions about Labour Law, HR policies, or related topics. Be clear and specific in your queries for accurate results: - Provide detailed context when asking questions. - Use relevant keywords to refine responses. - When requesting case law references, include parties, topic, and forum of adjudication. - Wait for a response—if there’s a delay, the bot will notify you when the answer is ready. Key Features: - Free to use for a limited time - Available 24/7 on the website and WhatsApp - Provides fast, relevant information on Labour Law and HR - Handles both quick queries and detailed research - Not a substitute for legal advice—professional consultation is recommended for complex matters *Disclaimer AskJohnny provides general guidance in compliance with GDPR and POPIA regulations but does not replace legal advice. Global Business Solutions cannot be held liable for any decisions made based on AI-generated responses. Always consult a professional for legal matters specific to your situation. Try AJ Now Future Skills Radar Bot (Free) The Future Skills Radar Bot helps HR teams, managers, and employees understand how a specific job role is likely to change over time and what the future-ready version of that role will look like. The bot prompts a clear description of the current role (level, context, and key responsibilities), identifies emerging role types and focus areas, and then outputs future responsibilities and priority skills for that role. It also provides practical development and transition recommendations that can be used to build learning paths, update individual development plans, and refresh recruitment profiles so organisations hire and develop for the role as it is becoming, not only as it exists today. The tool is designed to be revisited regularly as industry needs, technology adoption, and AI capability change. Try It Now Recruitment & Selection Recruitment & Assessment Expert Bot Investment: R20,000 (excl. VAT) p/a The Recruitment & Assessment Expert Bot supports HR teams and hiring managers through an end-to-end recruitment workflow, from defining a job profile and critical role requirements to generating targeted social media job adverts. It then helps organisations check alignment with their Employment Equity (EEA) plan, identify gaps or potential deviations against numerical targets and transformation goals, and capture clear, evidence-based justifications where deviations are necessary. The bot is designed to improve consistency and defensibility in recruitment decisions by standardising job profiling, improving advert quality, and guiding structured documentation that can be used for internal governance, audits, inspections, and EE reporting. Enquire Now Onboarding & Contracting Employment Contract Builder Investment: R5,000 (excl. VAT) p/a (includes statutory updates) The Employment Contract Generator streamlines the creation of customised employment contracts by letting you upload a master Excel template containing your full clause library, then select the contract type (Permanent, Fixed Term, or Part-Time) and the specific clauses you want included. It reduces manual copy-and-paste work, minimises errors, and ensures consistent contracts across your organisation, with clauses automatically numbered in the final output. Enquire Now HRAeducate Investment: The fee structure is tiered; please get in touch for more on pricing tiers. HRAeducate is an interactive workplace harassment training tool that gives employees access to up-to-date learning content while helping them recognise and respond to the many forms of harassment that can occur at work. It includes access-controlled security that automatically assigns users to the correct company, tracks training progress and results, and enables employees (and sub-admins) to download completion certificates directly, making compliance reporting far simpler. Enquire Now Policy Framework & Governance Performance Review and Succession Bot Investment: R10,000 (excl. VAT) p/a The Performance Review & Succession Plan Bot helps HR teams and managers run consistent, high-quality performance conversations and turn them into clear, actionable talent outcomes. The bot walks users through a structured workflow: defining the review context, capturing the job profile and core responsibilities, rating performance using a practical 1–5 matrix, generating a targeted development plan, identifying a target successor role, and producing a succession and progression plan for each position. It also links organisational context such as company values, mission and job profiles to a performance matrix and development actions, helping teams standardise how performance is assessed, how development is prioritised, and how succession pathways are documented. Enquire Now Workplace Disability Assessment Tool Investment: R1,250 (excl. VAT) p/a The Workplace Disability Assessment Tool helps South African employers and HR teams assess whether a medical condition meets the legal criteria for disability under the Employment Equity Act. The tool guides users through a structured assessment to determine whether a condition is long-term or recurring and whether it substantially limits employment prospects, helping organisations apply consistent decision-making while maintaining confidentiality requirements. The workflow is simple and practical: start the assessment, answer guided questions, review results, and export outcomes as PDF or Excel (or print) for secure record-keeping and employment equity reporting. The tool also supports uploading relevant medical documents (PDF, JPG, PNG, TIFF up to 5MB) and includes “More Information” guidance prompts to help users complete the assessment accurately. Enquire Now StratAlign Bot Investment: R10,000 (excl. VAT) p/a The StratAlign Bot guides organisations through a structured workforce strategy and operating model design process. It helps teams clarify the organisation’s most critical workforce and business needs, explore workforce and operating model options, and test trade-offs between agility, cost optimisation, and flexibility. The bot also supports building workforce strategies that are practical and defensible by integrating talent levers and AI innovation levers into the recommended approach. It is designed to be used with cross-functional stakeholders (HR, Operations, Finance, Sales) to pressure-test decisions and align on an executable workforce model, and then re-run as strategy, market conditions, or AI capabilities change. Enquire Now Performance Management Policy Generator Investment: R10,000 (excl. VAT) p/a The Policy Generator Bot helps you create customised, compliant company policies quickly by guiding you through a structured set of questions and automatically generating a professional draft tailored to your organisation’s needs and South African labour law requirements. You select the policy type (for example, Privacy, Leave, Code of Conduct, or Remote Work), provide basic company details, answer a few key prompts about your practices, and then review and refine the draft until it is ready to copy, download, or save for your records. Enquire Now Labour Audit Tool Investment: R5,000 (excl. VAT) p/a The Labour Law Compliance Audit is an AI-enabled, structured audit tool that helps South African employers assess labour law compliance across 10 key legislation areas using a 100+ question methodology aligned to major Acts such as the LRA, EEA, BCEA, COIDA, POPIA and more. The tool guides you through each section step-by-step, captures supporting evidence, and produces an instant, colour-coded compliance risk score (High, Medium, Low) so you can quickly identify the most urgent gaps and prioritise corrective actions. It also streamlines compliance record-keeping by saving progress automatically, allowing export to Excel, and generating a professional PDF audit report with section-level scoring and a clear compliance baseline for your organisation. Enquire Now Employee Relations & Discipline Disciplinary Enquiry Initiator Bot Investment: R15,000 (excl. VAT) p/a (both DE Bots at R30,000 (excl. VAT) p/a for 10 users) The DE Initiator Bot streamlines the disciplinary enquiry process for South African employers by guiding you from incident analysis through to enquiry preparation, while keeping documentation procedurally fair and aligned to the Labour Relations Act and Schedule 8 (Code of Good Practice). It helps you identify suitable charges based on your disciplinary code, decide whether suspension with pay is appropriate, and draft key communications such as suspension letters and notices of enquiry, plus opening statements and enquiry questions to support a consistent, legally defensible process. Enquire Now Disciplinary Enquiry Chairperson Bot Investment: R15,000 (excl. VAT) p/a (both DE Bots at R30,000 (excl. VAT) p/a for 10 users) The DE Chairperson Bot supports fair and consistent decision-making in disciplinary hearings by providing an objective, evidence-based analysis of the enquiry record. You paste in the hearing minutes and supporting evidence, add your company disciplinary code, and the bot helps you evaluate guilt on a balance of probabilities, weigh mitigating and aggravating factors, recommend an appropriate sanction, and draft a clear, legally compliant outcome email that explains findings, sanctions, and employee rights under South African labour law. Enquire Now D(EE)VIATE Investment: R1,250 (excl. VAT) p/a DEEVIATE (Employment Equity Deviation Record) helps you document and evidence appointments (recruitment or promotion) that deviate from your prioritised Employment Equity Plan and targets, creating a defensible portfolio aligned to the justifiable reasons in the EE Regulations. It guides you through capturing the EE prioritisation, identifying priority groups, assessing the preferred candidate, documenting the “suitably qualified” assessment, recording supporting evidence, and then signing off and exporting the record for DG Reviews, litigation support, and stakeholder feedback. Enquire Now Workplace Disability Assessment Investment: R1,250 (excl. VAT) p/a The Workplace Disability Assessment Tool helps determine whether a medical condition meets the definition of disability under the South African Employment Equity Act by assessing whether the impairment is long-term or recurring and whether it substantially limits employment prospects. It guides users through a simple step-by-step assessment, supports uploading medical documents, and allows you to review and export results (PDF or Excel) or print them for records, while maintaining confidentiality in line with Employment Equity requirements. Enquire Now Leave Management & Wellness Absence Return Pro Investment: R1,250 (excl. VAT) p/a Absence Return Pro is a structured return-to-work documentation tool that helps HR and managers manage employees returning after a period of absence, while ensuring appropriate risk management and a smooth transition back into the workplace. It is designed for extended sick leave, incapacity-related absences, and situations where medical certificates must be validated and return-to-work conditions need to be formally documented. The tool supports proper medical clearance, captures any required work accommodations, helps manage the risk of premature return, and enables tracking of absence and return patterns, while maintaining strict confidentiality of medical information. Enquire Now CannaSense Investment: R1,250 (excl. VAT) p/a CannaSense (Cannabis at the Workplace Risk Assessment Tool) helps organisations assess how safety-sensitive a specific job role is in the context of cannabis use, so you can respond consistently and in a legally defensible way. The tool guides you through 16 role-based questions, calculates a risk classification (Low, Medium, High, or Very High), and then provides recommended control measures plus an employment contract clause aligned to the assessed risk level. You can export the completed assessment to PDF or Excel for your compliance records, and it is designed to support alignment with South African legal requirements, including the OHS Act, Labour Relations Act, and relevant case law. Enquire Now COIDA Bot Investment: R5,000 (excl. VAT) p/a The COIDA Bot is an AI-guided workflow tool that helps South African employers manage occupational injury and disease cases from first notification through to rehabilitation, accommodation, and appeals in line with COIDA requirements. It first helps determine whether an incident is likely covered under COIDA, then guides users step-by-step through a structured, seven-phase process to ensure each case is handled consistently, fully documented, and legally defensible. The bot supports better compliance and faster case resolution by prompting clear factual incident descriptions, capturing medical impact information, and ensuring key documents and forms are available for submission and record-keeping. It also includes a dedicated rehabilitation and accommodation phase to proactively plan safe, sustainable return-to-work options, reducing operational disruption while protecting employee wellbeing. Each phase produces a summary that becomes part of the formal HR and COIDA case record, helping teams maintain a strong audit trail and respond effectively if disputes or appeals arise. Enquire Now Parental Leave Assistant Investment: R1,250 (excl. VAT) p/a The Parental Leave Application Form streamlines parental leave applications in line with South African labour requirements by guiding both employees and HR through each step, capturing all required details, and generating professional documentation for record-keeping. It also helps reduce errors by automatically calculating leave duration, supporting digital signatures, and producing export-ready outputs aligned to your organisation’s filing process. Enquire Now Sick Leave Assessment Assistant Bot Investment: R10,000 (excl. VAT) p/a The Sick Leave Assessment Assistant helps HR practitioners review employee sick leave patterns in a structured, fair, and consistent way. It supports you to identify trends, distinguish between misconduct and incapacity scenarios, and produce an evidence-based assessment aligned with South African labour law and your internal sick leave policy, ending with clear recommendations and next steps for procedurally and substantively fair case handling. Enquire Now Legal & Dispute Resolution Legal Bundle Creator Investment: R1,250 (excl. VAT) p/a Bundle Master Pro helps you build professional legal document bundles for CCMA, Labour Court, and internal disciplinary matters in minutes. Upload multiple PDFs, reorder them in the correct sequence, and generate a single, clean bundle with automatic page numbering and a structured index, reducing manual admin and ensuring consistent, tribunal-ready documentation. Enquire Now General POPIA Prompt Scruber Investment: R5,000 (excl. VAT) p/a The POPIA Prompt Scrubber helps South African organisations use AI responsibly by identifying and removing personal information from any prompt before it is submitted to an AI tool. It is designed to support POPIA compliant workflows by automatically flagging names and other personal details and applying de-identification so the prompt keeps its meaning while reducing privacy risk. The tool follows a simple, practical process: write your prompt, paste it into the scrubber, run a personal information check, review highlighted details, apply de-identification, and then copy a safer prompt for use. It is especially useful for HR, legal, and compliance teams who work with sensitive employee or client information and want a consistent step to reduce accidental data exposure when using external AI platforms. Enquire Now Prompt Library Tool Investment: R5,000 (excl. VAT) p/a The AI-Ready HR Prompts Library is a curated collection of ready-to-use, professionally written prompts designed specifically for South African HR professionals. Each prompt is optimised for popular AI engines such as Claude and Perplexity and helps HR teams produce faster, higher-quality outputs across the employment lifecycle, from recruitment messaging and onboarding documentation to policy drafting, performance conversations, employee relations, and compliance communications. The library saves time by providing structured prompts with editable {{variables}} (for example company name, role title, or policy context), optional document attachment guidance for richer results, and practical tips to ensure teams review and tailor AI-generated content before use. Importantly, the prompts are built to reflect South African employment legislation and best practices, helping organisations generate more consistent, compliant HR documents and communication at scale. Enquire Now

Cannabis Annexure for Substance Abuse Policy Price FREE Download < Back About this Policy Cannabis Annexure for Substance Abuse Policy The Cannabis for Private Purposes Bill was promulgated on 28 May 2024. It regulates various aspects of the private use of cannabis and employers need to be clear in their policies about the fact that this Bill does not allow the possession and use thereof at the workplace. This is an example of an Annexure that companies could use to frame their adjustments to their substances policies.

Cyber Safety and Equality Policy Price R950.00 Download < Back About this Policy Cyber Safety and Equality Policy Our Cyber Safety and Equality Policy promotes a safe, inclusive, and equitable online environment for all. It encompasses key legislation like the Employment Equity Act, the Promotion of Equality and Prevention of Unfair Discrimination Act, Hate Speech laws, the Cybercrimes Act, and the Protected Disclosures Act. This comprehensive policy prohibits harassment, hate crimes, unfair discrimination, and unethical conduct. It outlines procedures for reporting incidents, remedies for victims, and protection for whistleblowers. We have zero-tolerance for violations to foster a positive digital space that upholds human rights, dignity, and ethical practices for our employees, customers, and stakeholders.

Employee Online Meeting Policy (including smoking) Price FREE Download < Back About this Policy Employee Online Meeting Policy (including smoking) Our Cyber Safety and Equality Policy promotes a safe, inclusive, and equitable online environment for all. It encompasses key legislation like the Employment Equity Act, the Promotion of Equality and Prevention of Unfair Discrimination Act, Hate Speech laws, the Cybercrimes Act, and the Protected Disclosures Act. This comprehensive policy prohibits harassment, hate crimes, unfair discrimination, and unethical conduct. It outlines procedures for reporting incidents, remedies for victims, and protection for whistleblowers. We have zero-tolerance for violations to foster a positive digital space that upholds human rights, dignity, and ethical practices for our employees, customers, and stakeholders.