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About South Africa

Page Last Updated: 28/05/2024

South Africa, a vibrant nation at the southern tip of the African continent, pulsates with cultural diversity and economic dynamism. Amidst this landscape, Africa HR Solutions ensures seamless payroll management, guaranteeing that employees are paid accurately and on time – every time. With our expertise, navigating the complexities of South Africa’s employment landscape becomes effortless, allowing you to focus on your core business objectives while we handle the complexities of payroll and employee benefits.

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Population: 62.47 M

Gross Domestic Product (GDP): $373.23 B
GDP Growth: 0.9%
Inflation: 4.9%
Foreign Direct Investment (% of GDP): 2.3%
Unemployment Rate: 28.4%
Capital: Pretoria, Bloemfontein, Cape Town
Currency: South African Rand (ZAR)
Languages: Afrikaans, English, Zulu

South Africa Payroll at a Glance

Currency

South African Rand (ZAR)

Income Tax

18% – 45%

Employer Taxes

1%

Employee Contribution

1%

Fiscal Year

1 March – 28 February

Date Format

yyyy/mm/dd or dd/mm/yyyy

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  • South Africa has 11 official languages, including Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans, and English.
  • The country gained independence from British colonial rule in 1961 and became a republic.
  • The South African economy is the most industrialised and diversified in Africa, with sectors such as mining, agriculture, manufacturing, and services contributing to its GDP.
  • South Africa is renowned for its natural beauty, including iconic landmarks such as Table Mountain in Cape Town and the Kruger National Park.
  • South Africa is rich in mineral resources, including gold, diamonds, platinum, and coal, which have historically driven its economy.
  • New Year’s Day
  • Human Rights Day
  • Good Friday
  • Family Day
  • Freedom Day
  • Workers Day
  • Youth Day
  • National Women’s Day
  • Heritage Day
  • Day of Reconciliation
  • Christmas Day
  • Day of Goodwill
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Employment in South Africa

It is better to have a strong employment agreement in South Africa, which can be in both verbal or written format. Employees prefer a written agreement that describes all related information about their job, that is their monthly wage, compensation, leaves, bonus, and termination details. The workweek is up to 45 hours per week, and employees are entitled to parental, sick, and vacation leaves. To help with your international business plans, our experts at Africa HR Solutions devise a comprehensive offering to ensure your move to South Africa is easy and complies with all local laws, norms, cultural differences, and policies. Furthermore, we assist you in crafting a competitive benefits scheme to get the best talent on board while you focus on running your business with peace of mind.

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Africa HR Solutions is for us everything what we have hoped for. Customer- and people oriented, fast and always willing to think along and find the best possible solution. We get professional services and an exceptional single point of contact.​
Mirèl SoerNutreco - Middle-East & Africa
Mirèl Soer
Africa HR Solutions has been a great partner to our organisation, allowing us to quickly expand and operate in new markets while they flag and support management of compliance and risk issues. We now use Africa HR Solutions for support in some capacity in 8 of our geographic locations.
Hilary HanbidgeDirector - VillageReach
Hilary Hanbidge
Africa HR Solutions has taken the stress out of compliance - we no longer have to worry about changing regulations. Their team is professional, knowledgeable, and always available. Payroll runs smoothly, which saves us valuable time and our staff appreciates being paid on time! Kudos to the team!
SheilaDirector - Non-Profit Organisation
NPO Client
Africa HR Solutions is responsive, proactive, and accommodating, even with the time difference. In fact, it works in my favor—they have time to handle tasks before I start my day. Our payroll, especially in Senegal, is complex, but their attention to detail and willingness to go the extra mile definitely stand out.
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