Four employers arrested for violating labour laws

IN A concerted effort to enforce compliance with South Africa's labour laws, the Department of Labour, in collaboration with the South African Police Service (SAPS), Home Affairs, and local municipal agencies, executed a successful operation in Newcastle yesterday.

- SIPHO JACK

The operation focused on textile operations in the Emabhodini area, which led to the arrest of four employers and 158 illegal immigrants, underscoring the need for reform in the local textile industry.

Deputy Minister of Labour, Jomo Sibiya, outlined the rationale behind the inspection, which was to ensure that businesses adhere to the country's standards and prioritise the employment of South Africans. "Our mission is clear, and we must hold employers accountable to their obligations," Sibiya stated.