Work Permits South Africa weighs quotas for foreign workers New rules would give the labour minister broad powers to restrict foreign hiring while imposing tougher compliance duties on employers iStock.com/mirsad sarajlic Image Izzy Wood Senior Reporter Thursday 08 October 2026 South Africa has opened a public consultation on the Employment Services Amendment Bill, which would reshape how employers hire foreign nationals and expand labour market enforcement. Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Politics South Africa braces for vigilantism ahead of “self-deport” deadline Compliance Dozens of undocumented workers arrested in South African factory raids Displaced talent South African judge upholds dismissal of refugee over expired status Disputes Legal status does not affect labour rights, South African court rules