Addressing the economic impact of sick days in South Africa

Original Article by Ina Opperman | The Citizen | 24 July 2024

Sick days cost the economy an estimated R19 billion annually. Do South African employees need more support to stay healthy and productive at work?

Sick days cost the economy an estimated R19 billion annually. Do South African employees need more support to stay healthy and productive at work?

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