South Africa Warns Chinese Businesses: Follow Labor Laws
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South Africas Employment Department Warns Chinese Business Owners: Follow Labor Laws or Face Penalties
South Africas employment and labor department issued a stern warning to Chinese business owners, urging them to comply with labor laws or face penalties. Deputy Minister Jomo Sibiya emphasized the importance of paying minimum wage, hiring only documented workers, treating employees with respect, and prioritizing local South Africans for jobs. Chinese diplomats showed support for the call for compliance, and Sibiya stressed the need to verify work papers through home affairs and police. Locals have expressed concern over mistreatment, particularly in places like Newcastle in KwaZulu-Natal. The department is stepping up to help by offering skilled workers from their database of four million legitimate jobseekers. Some Chinese owners are already volunteering to fix things, granting full labor rights to employees. This push for compliance is a result of teamwork between the department and Chinas embassy, with Chinese officials acknowledging that breaking laws tarnishes their reputation and is essential for business survival.
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