Employing Undocumented Foreign Workers in South Africa is a serious compliance issue for employers. In South Africa, employers have a legal duty to ensure that all foreign employees are legally entitled to work. Failure to comply with the Immigration Act can expose businesses to fines, criminal sanctions, and serious reputational damage.
South African businesses face heightened legal and reputational risk following a stark warning issued by ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula on 26 May 2026. Speaking after the ANC National Executive Committee (NEC) weekend meeting, Mbalula confirmed that the government will actively pursue and penalise companies found to be employing undocumented migrants. If your business employs foreign [more…]
URGENT WARNING TO EMPLOYERS: Hiring Undocumented Migrants Is Now a Compliance RiskFefaTech2026-05-27T12:42:13+02:00
