BUSA "Business Unity South Africa"

17/06/2026

This Youth Month, we're shining a spotlight on the voices of our future leaders.

We believe that investing in young talent is an investment in long-term economic resilience. By creating opportunities for young people to contribute to policy and business, we help shape a more inclusive and prosperous South Africa.

Swipe through to hear directly from our interns and the perspectives they bring to the future of work and economic growth.

16/06/2026

Today, we commemorate Youth Day, honouring the courage and legacy of the young people of 16 June 1976.

Their legacy reminds us that expanding opportunity for young South Africans remains both an economic and social imperative. The long-term strength of our economy depends on whether young people can access meaningful pathways into work, entrepreneurship and enterprise.

Investing in young talent is an investment in long-term economic resilience. Supporting youth employment and entrepreneurship strengthens productivity, drives innovation and builds a more competitive and inclusive economy.

As business, we have an important role to play in creating opportunities that enable the next generation to participate fully in South Africa's growth story.

12/06/2026

[Watch] Erissa Martin as she unpacks the South African business case for social dialogue and highlights the invaluable work of this committee.

Her insights reinforce the importance of collaboration between business, government and labour in building resilient labour market systems and addressing shared national challenges through meaningful engagement.

12/06/2026

A significant milestone at .

Erissa Martin delivered the penultimate address on behalf of global employers during the final plenary of the International Labour Conference, underscoring the vital role of social dialogue and effective labour market systems in shaping the future of work.

A powerful moment that reflects the strength of collaboration between governments, employers and workers in advancing balanced and sustainable labour outcomes.

11/06/2026

A landmark panel featuring Kaizer Moyane alongside the leadership of the CAS Supervisory Mechanism, commemorating 100 years of CAS supervision of international labour standards and reflecting on the enduring relevance of the supervisory system for social partners in a rapidly evolving world of work.

10/06/2026

Business Unity South Africa is proud to be contributing to global discussions shaping the future of work at the International Labour Conference in Geneva.

Social Policy Deputy Chairperson Jahni de Villiers is participating in negotiations as a Titular member. Employers advocate for the incoming labour standard for the platform economy to be a principles-based framework that promotes fair working conditions while supporting innovation and flexibility.

Meanwhile, Head of Social Policy Sanelisiwe Jantjies is an Advisor on the Transformative Agenda for Gender Equality in the World of Work, critically looking at evidence based policies, while drawing on existing labour instruments that address structural inequalities and advance inclusive workplaces.

Through these engagements, BUSA is ensuring that the voice of South African business contributes to the development of balanced and forward-looking international labour standards.

05/06/2026

Business Unity South Africa has issued a statement clarifying the International Labour Organisation's supervisory processes and addressing inaccuracies regarding its role in South Africa's examination by the Committee on the Application of Standards at the 114th International Labour Conference in Geneva.

Read the full statement here: https://www.busa.org.za/press/clarification-of-inaccuracies-in-the-del-statement-05-june-2026/

MEDIA STATEMENT Clarification of the Department of Employment and Labour’s Misleading Statement Regarding BUSA’s Role in the International

05/06/2026

[MEDIA STATEMENT]: Business Unity SA and Business Leadership South Africa recognize that migration and immigration concerns must be addressed through lawful, evidence-based solutions that protect social cohesion, and reinforce South Africa's commitment to regional cooperation.

Read the joint statement below:

JOHANNESBURG, 5 June 2026 – Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) and Business Leaders South Africa (BLSA) note with concern the growing tensions and p

02/06/2026

As part of the General Council of the International Organisation of Employers (IOE), which brings together leaders of business organisations from more than 150 countries, the IOE hosted a High-Level Employers’ Panel on 31 May 2026, at the International Labour Organisation headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.

The panel explored how businesses of all sizes are navigating an increasingly volatile global environment marked by conflict, geopolitical tension, and economic instability.

Khulekani Mathe as the IOE Management Board Member, participated alongside CEOs and Presidents of IOE member employers’ organisations, together with a senior official from the World Bank. The panel shared findings from recent global research on business environments and offered insights into how crisis-driven uncertainty is shaping them. Panelists assessed the real-world impacts on operations, supply chains, and market access, focusing on what it takes for firms to remain resilient under pressure.

01/06/2026

(BUSA), through the International Organisation of Employers (IOE), is representing South African employers at the International Labour Organization Conference 2026 in Geneva, Switzerland.

The Conference brings together governments, employers and workers from across the globe to negotiate international labour standards and address emerging challenges in the world of work.

This year’s discussions focus on a new labour standard for decent work in the platform economy, a transformative agenda for gender equality at work, and the role of social dialogue and tripartism in navigating labour market change.

The outcomes of the Conference will help shape labour policy, workplace practices and employment standards internationally, making it a critical platform for ensuring that the voice of business is represented in discussions that impact economic growth, job creation and the future of work.