Gig Workers & the New Labour Bills

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Millions of young South Africans rely on gig work—but few understand their rights. Momentum’s Nkosinathi Mahlangu breaks down the Employment Laws Amendment Bill and Labour Relations Amendment Bill, what protections gig workers may soon gain, and how young people can prepare themselves for a more formalized gig economy.

25 May English South Africa Education

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17 Aug 15 min

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10 Aug 16 min