Workers' Day stands as a powerful commemoration of the struggles, triumphs, and ongoing aspirations of South Africa’s workforce, observed annually on the 1st of May. This day serves as a reminder of the role workers play in fighting against the nation's socio-economic issues and advancing the cause of social justice.

As a country historically shaped by migration, with a diverse population representing various ethnicities and nationalities, South Africa's immigration policies reflect a delicate balance between promoting economic growth, safeguarding domestic employment opportunities, as well as addressing social and political considerations

The country’s immigration laws around foreign nationals’ right to work are changing, with many new proposals, schemes and draft regulations in progress or recently implemented.

To further unpack we talk to Michael Bagraim, Labour Lawyer