INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR OR EMPLOYEE? THE TRUE STATE OF AFFAIRS
THIS QUESTION has been considered in a number of countries around the world. For example, in California, certain drivers have been ruled employees despite Uber having ‘employed’ them as independent contractors. What’s the significance between the two? In the case of employees, the Basic Conditions of Employment Act and Labour Relations Act (LRA) apply, and you would have to register for the Skills Development Levy, UIF, Workman’s Compensation, SITE and PAYE, which entail continuous monetary contributions.
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