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UASA UASA is a registered South African trade union. In these turbulent times and instability in the workplace, can you afford not to belong to a trade union?

UASA members who are iNFUSSION policy holders of the Cash Funeral Solution Plan qualify for the car hire benefit. Enquir...
13/05/2026

UASA members who are iNFUSSION policy holders of the Cash Funeral Solution Plan qualify for the car hire benefit.
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UASA Media Release: 12 May 2026Unemployment up by more than 1% while thousands of Matrics enter labour marketSouth Afric...
12/05/2026

UASA Media Release: 12 May 2026

Unemployment up by more than 1% while thousands of Matrics enter labour market

South Africa’s unemployment rate worsened between the last quarter of 2025 and the first quarter of 2026, as the number of employed individuals decreased by 345,000, bringing the total to 16.8 million.

The increase in the unemployment rate by more than 1% is due to job losses across most sectors, combined with the entry of thousands of matriculants into the job market at the beginning of the year.

According to Stats SA, the unofficial unemployment rate came at 32.7% in the first quarter of the year. Sadly, the country’s unemployment rate remains among the highest in the world.

Statistics SA’s Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) also reported that seven out of ten sectors lost jobs in the first quarter of the year.

UASA is primarily concerned that the high unemployment crisis may worsen, as the country’s economic outlook is currently unstable, driven by high fuel prices and other challenges.

These economic crises might force more companies to let workers go as they struggle to cover operating costs amid high, unaffordable expenses.

In these challenging times, UASA continues to seek solutions through research and data using its South African Employment Report (SAER) and the UASA/BMR Employment Index.

The employment report and index provide valuable data and insights into employment trends, businesses, workplace conditions and labour market pressures affecting various sectors of the economy. This helps labour understand the country’s employment dynamics and how to work with employers, stakeholders and business owners to develop solutions.

Sadly, the unemployment figures are not merely statistics; they represent millions of South Africans facing uncertainty, discouraged job seekers who have lost hope and workers trapped in vulnerable employment. Thus, UASA believes that everyone has a role to play in addressing the unemployment crisis.

The 2026 UASA SAER & UASA/BMR Employment Index will be published on 22 May 2026.

For further enquiries or to set up a personal interview, contact Abigail Moyo at 065 170 0162.

Recruit and Earn with UASA.
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Recruit and Earn with UASA.

UASA wishes all Mothers a wonderful Mother's Day.
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UASA Applauds constructive dialogue between RBM labour representatives and President Ramaphosa.
08/05/2026

UASA Applauds constructive dialogue between RBM labour representatives and President Ramaphosa.

08 May 2026 Emotional Intelligence: Strengthening workplace culture – Part 2Emotional intelligence can benefit you both ...
08/05/2026

08 May 2026

Emotional Intelligence: Strengthening workplace culture – Part 2

Emotional intelligence can benefit you both personally and professionally. Emotionally intelligent people are typically better at handling stress, negotiating social situations, settling disputes, and building beneficial relationships—all of which can make work more pleasurable.

People who have trouble controlling their emotions, navigating social situations, and empathizing with others may face stress, conflict, and communication difficulties that affect their ability to function at work.

For leaders in particular, emotional intelligence at work is crucial. Comprehending emotions enables them to build confidence with staff members, make wise choices, motivate their teams, and foster a productive workplace. How to develop emotional intelligence in the workplace:

Build self-awareness

Get curious about your emotions. Observe how you react to different situations and what triggers certain feelings. Building self-awareness is a vital part of emotional intelligence in the workplace because it helps employees understand their emotions, strengths, weaknesses, and the impact of their behaviour on others. Self-aware individuals are better able to manage stress, communicate effectively, and respond professionally in challenging situations. This skill also promotes accountability, empathy and better decision-making, which contribute to healthier working relationships and a more positive work environment.

Practice self-regulation

Create techniques to control your emotions. When you are feeling strong emotions, try not to make impulsive decisions. Instead, please step back and evaluate the circumstances more impartially. A key component of social intelligence is effective communication. By focusing on active listening (listening with the intention of understanding and asking clarifying questions), providing feedback to foster more productive conversations, observing nonverbal cues such as body language and facial expressions, and learning conflict-resolution techniques, you can improve your communication skills.

Create psychological safety

Managers have a big impact on employees’ mental health and how comfortable they feel expressing themselves at work. With emotional intelligence training and support, managers can proactively build psychological safety, so their teams feel safe to openly express emotions, ideas, and concerns without fear of being shamed or penalised.

Emotional intelligence

Additionally, leaders can serve as role models for their teams in terms of emotional intelligence. Lead by example and teach them how to be empathetic at work. To better understand and empathise with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, leaders need to educate themselves about other cultures and communication styles. Think about participating in workplace training or workshops on emotional intelligence. Training in emotional intelligence is crucial for improving relationships with co-workers and clients.

Ref: www.lyrahealth.com www.uasa.org.za

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