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TEMPORARY EMPLOYEE RELIEF SCHEME TERS

UIF Ters fraudster sentenced, blames ‘abusive’ stepfather for crimes

The state argued that giving Dennis Modika a lesser sentence would minimise the impact of his offence

  • Mandisa Ndlovu
2 min read
The Special Investigating Unit traced financial gains of more than R181 million linked to beneficiaries of fraudulent visa applications that were supported by fake documentation
TEMPORARY EMPLOYEE RELIEF SCHEME TERS

Covid fund fraudster stole R5.5m

Dennis Modika is convicted after using ghost employees to make false Ters claims

  • Mandisa Ndlovu
5 min read
The National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO) is still in a “legislative review process” after its release was halted in February to address the confidentiality and disclosure clauses that prevent public access, the ministry of justice and constitutional development said
TEMPORARY EMPLOYEE RELIEF SCHEME TERS

Fraudster who stole R5 million from UIF Covid fund convicted

The UIF and Cosatu have launched an online platform to help employees check if their Covid-19 funds had been paid

  • Mandisa Ndlovu
3 min read
Photo by: David Harrison/M&G
COVID 19

Can your employer force you to be vaccinated? Here’s the current law

Before forcing employees to be vaccinated the company or employer must consider the constitutional rights of the employees, public health imperatives and the efficient operation…

  • Marcia Zali
5 min read
The University of Cape Town leads the continent on the rankings. (Mike Hutchings/Reuters)
DECOLONISATION

UCT to undo racial appointments through its new employment policy

This comes after the university made headlines for allegedly failing to adhere to its own policies when it comes to employing staff

  • Bongekile Macupe
5 min read