According to the latest Gallup report, 36% of South African employees experience daily stress and more than 71% are not actively engaged at work. The Mental State of the World Report also ranks South Africa 69th out of 71 countries for mental health issues. Employers are increasingly recognizing the need to address these issues through practical strategies that foster healthier, more resilient workplaces.
How does SA fare? Sune Van Niekerk – HR Manger & Legal Compliance Specialist of World Wide Industrial & Systems Engineers (WWISE) weighs in now.