As of March 1, 2021, the minimum wage agreement in South Africa has increased. This decision was made by the National Minimum Wage Commission and has resulted in a 4.5% increase in minimum wage across the country. The new minimum wage in South Africa is R21.69 ($1.45) per hour for workers who work a…
In a landmark agreement, Nepal and China signed a treaty on April 20th, 2019, that paved the way for increased economic and trade cooperation between the two countries. The agreement, which was signed during Nepali President Bidhya Devi Bhandari`s visit to Beijing, aims to promote cross-border trade, investment, and connectivity. It also includes provisions…
Main Collective Agreement (MCA) is a document that outlines the terms and conditions of employment for workers in different industries. In the South African context, the Metal and Engineering Industries Bargaining Council (MEIBC) is responsible for negotiating and enforcing such agreements for workers in the metal and engineering industries. The MEIBC MCA is a…