Actors applaud move to classify creatives as employees
South African Guild of Actors chairperson, Jack Devnarain, says government’s move to classify creatives as standard employees is long overdue, following years of calls for stronger labour protections in the industry. Labour and Employment Minister, Nomakhosazana Meth, announced earlier this week that performers will now fall under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, after publishing a notice of intention. The change will entitle actors and crew members to benefits including […]
