⚠ The DoL inspection you don't want — check yourself first

Before the Department of Labour knocks on your door

One complaint, one inspection, and you could face fines of up to R1.5 million. Check your wages against SA's R30.23/hr minimum in 30 seconds — free, anonymous, no sign-up.

R1.5M
Maximum fine
R30.23
Min wage per hour
60%
SMEs not fully compliant
Free Wage Compliance Check
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Based on National Minimum Wage Act (2026). This is not legal advice.

Everything you need to stay compliant

South African labour law is complex. We make it simple — one tool, all the calculations you need.

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Minimum Wage Check

Instantly compare your employee wages against the R30.23/hour national minimum. Covers general, farm, domestic, and EPWP workers.

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Overtime Calculator

Calculate overtime at BCEA rates: 1.5x for weekday overtime, 2x for Sundays and public holidays. Up to 10 hours per week.

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Leave Management

Track annual leave (21 days), sick leave (30 days per 36-month cycle), family responsibility leave, and maternity leave entitlements.

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Retrenchment Costs

Calculate severance pay under BCEA Section 41: one week per year of service. Includes notice pay, outstanding leave payout, and SARS tax treatment.

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Compliance Reports

Generate audit-ready compliance reports with specific BCEA section references. Show your accountant or lawyer exactly where you stand.

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Always Up to Date

Labour laws change every year. Our parameters auto-update with the latest Government Gazette announcements so you do not have to track them.

Check All Your Employees at Once

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The 6-point compliance checklist

If a Department of Employment and Labour inspector walked in today, would you pass?

  • ✓Check that every employee earns at least R30.23 per hour (or the applicable sectoral determination).
  • ✓All overtime is paid at 1.5x (weekdays) or 2x (Sundays & public holidays), with written agreements in place.
  • ✓Annual leave of 21 consecutive days is provided. Leave records are kept for at least 3 years.
  • ✓Sick leave of 30 days per 36-month cycle is tracked. Medical certificates are obtained for absences over 2 days.
  • ✓Employment contracts are in writing and include all BCEA-mandated particulars (Section 29).
  • ✓Retrenchment procedures follow BCEA Section 41 and severance pay of at least 1 week per year of service is budgeted.
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Frequently asked questions

Everything South African small business owners need to know about minimum wage, overtime, leave, and retrenchment.