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  • Please note that the Council, approved the introduction of the Con-Arb process.The Con-Arb process will be effective with immediate effect. The introduction of this process will be regulated by Rule 19 of the NBCRFLI Dispute Rules for the conduct of proceedings.
  • Conciliation Form inluding Con- Arb 7.11
  • This circular serves as a notification to all Industry employers and employees that the correspondence received from the South African Transport and Allied Worker Union (SATAWU) about its appointment of Umhlaba Risk Solutions (Pty) Limited to collect membership subscription fees on its behalf is not applicable to companies/employers and employees falling within the registered scope of Council – Road Freight and Logistics Industry.
  • This circular serves as a notification to all Industry employers and employees that the 2024 Year-End Pay-Out Application Process will be open from 07 October 2024 until 22 November 2024.
  • Further to our previous communication, we have been notified by FNB/Hyphen, that all payments affected by the technical issue have now been released for payment.
  • This is a notification to all Road Freight and Logistics Industry employers and their respective employees that the NBCRFLI 2024 Year-End Pay-Out preparations are currently underway.
  • The purpose of the circular is to inform all Industry employers and employees of the following changes related to Trade Union Parties.
  • The purpose of the circular is to provide the industry with upcoming dates for the 2024 exemption body meetings. We urge all applicants to submit the exemption applications 14 working days before the Exemption Body Meetings to allow the Council ample time to process the application and request outstanding documents, should there be any.
  • This circular serves as a reminder to the industry about the upcoming changes regarding minimum wages, across-the-board increases, allowances, and the inclusion of a new job category, Basic Rigger Driver. These changes will take effect from 01 March 2024 to 28 February 2025, and they were previously communicated in a circular published on 02 October 2023. Please take note of these changes to ensure compliance.
  • On the 25th of January 2024 ISS published an article in the press headed “Innovative Staffing Solutions Legal Victories and Updates” The article was fraught with factual inaccuracies and certain allegations are defamatory in nature. The purpose of this article is to correct the facts alluded to by Mare, the MD of ISS in his article.
  • Please be advised that the Wellness Fund Integrated Health Services benefit (basic medical insurance) will only cover employees whose monthly contributions towards the Wellness Fund (together with the contribution from employers) are at least R160.17 effective from 01 March 2024.
  • Please note that Council offices will be closed from 21 December 2023 at 12H00 and will reopen on 03 January 2024 with standard business hours (08H00 – 16H30). While most of the staff will not be available during the office closure, in the case of an urgent matter, one of the following Designated Agents may be contacted:
  • The purpose of the circular is to inform all Industry employers and employees that the Registrar of Labour Relations has cancelled the registration of the Transport and Allied Workers Union of South Africa (TAWUSA) with effect from 13 November 2023.
  • This circular serves as a reminder to all Industry employers and employees that the 2023 Year-End Pay-Out Application Process will be open from 11 October 2023 until 21 November 2023.
  • This circular serves as a reminder to all Industry employers and employees that the 2023 Year-End Pay-Out Application Process will be open from 11 October 2023 until 21 November 2023.
  • Companies operating in the Road Freight and Logistics Industry not complying with the Main Collective Agreement (MCA) by employing undocumented foreign nationals are required to get their houses in order.
  • This is a notification to all Road Freight and Logistics Industry employers, of the following update related to the Online E-Business Portal. During our recent survey, employers requested that a bulk application process be made available on the Online E-Business Portal for daily Pay-out Applications to be submitted.
  • Please be advised that parties to the Road Freight and Logistics Industry Bargaining Council have agreed to extend the Main Collective Agreement for another year. In this regard, the Minister of Employment and Labour approved the Council’s application for promulgation of the increases on minimum wages, across-the-board increases, and allowances for the period 01 March 2024 to 28 February 2025.
  • This is a notification to all Road Freight and Logistics Industry employers of the following update related to the Online E-Business Portal.
  • The purpose of the circular is to provide the industry with upcoming date for the 2023 exemption body meetings. We urge all applicants to submit the exemption applications 14 working days before the Exemption Body Meetings to allow Council ample time to process the application and request outstanding documents, should there be any.
  • The purpose of the circular is to inform all Industry employers and employees of the following changes related to Trade Union Parties to Council.
  • Please be advised that the structural damage to the stairway has been repaired, and we are now back at our original offices, Unit number 9 on the 2nd Floor, 107 Zastron Street Bloemfontein.
  • The Council is hereby suspending the circular that was published on 13 April 2023 on the adjustment to online returns for temporary employment services until further notice.
  • This is a notification to all Road Freight and Logistics Industry employers, of the following update related to the Online E-Business Portal. During our recent survey employers have requested additional reports be made available on the Online E-Business Portal for daily Payouts Applications submitted.
  • The purpose of the circular is to inform all Industry employers with employees affiliated with The South African Transport and Allied Workers Union (SATAWU) of the double deductions that will be applied on the June 2023 Online Return, which is due for submission and payment to Council by the 20th of July 2023. For more information please see circular titled: SATAWU Levies and Membership Subscriptions- Double Deductions - NBCRFI.
  • Further to the Industry Circular of 13 April 2023, this Circular reminds all Temporary Employments Services that the Council’s online returns are being adjusted from the end of May 2023
  • The South African Transport and Allied Workers Union (SATAWU) writes this letter in conjunction with the 4th National Congress (NC) and September 2022 CEC (Central Executive Committee) resolutions. The NC resolved that “the union should consider adding a once-off 1% and/or R1.00 to the current subscriptions” however, the September 2022 CEC synthesised the latter decision by deciding that “there should be a double deduction on subscriptions for a period of 2 to 3 months” furthermore, the “… NOBs [National Office Bearers] had to use their discretion and/or employ various methods when dealing with the question of double deductions”.
  • Please be advised that we have temporarily moved offices due to structural damages to the stairway leading to our floor.
  • During the course of 2022, it became evident that a number of temporary employment services were submitting returns with incorrect information, on occasion leading to non-compliance with the Main Collective Agreement.
  • Kindly be advised that the Minister of Department of Employment and Labour has promulgated the minimum wage and the definition of the petroleum tanker driver, effective from 1 April 2023.
  • We are pleased to announce the official launch of the new online exemption system. Employers can submit exemption applications through the online platform. Employers must first register on the system in order to upload the manual exemption application form and supporting documents or complete the form online and upload all supporting documents. A user guide is provided to help navigate the system. The link can be accessed on the Council’s website: click here
  • I refer to the above matter. Please be advised that Council will no longer accept manual applications in respect of annual/occasional leave pay (Annexure A.6) and sick leave applications (Annexure A.8) so as to proactively mitigate fraud related risk. To ensure a smooth transition for all employers, Council will allow a 6-month transition period for employers to still submit manual applications.
  • We are writing to let you know that our Parow Office is moving to a new location on the 01st March 2023. The reason for the relocation is as a result of safety concerns surrounding the Parow area which have negatively affected the safety of our employees and stakeholders.
  • Please be advised that the Wellness Fund Integrated Health Services benefit (basic medical insurance) will only covermployees whose monthly contributions towards the Wellness Fund (together with the contribution from employers) are at least R149.69 effective from 01 March 2023.
  • Kindly be advised that the following increases on minimum wages, across the board increases and increases in allowances are applicable for the period 01 March 2023 to 29 February 2024.
  • The purpose of the circular is to provide the industry with upcoming dates for the 2023 Exemptions Body meetings. We urge all applicants to submit the exemption applications 14 working days before the Exemptions Body meeting to allow Council ample time to process the application and request outstanding documents, should there be any.
  • Please note that Council offices will be closed from 22 December 2022 at 16h00 and will reopen on 03 January 2023. The majority of staff will not be available during the shutdown period. In the case of an urgent matter, you may contact one of the following people:
  • Please be advised that the Minister of Employment and Labour has approved the amendment to clause 67A (3) and (4) of the Main Collective Agreement that deals with the Dual Driver System. The amendment was published on 25 November 2022, in Government Gazette No 47559. The amendment is in effect from the second Monday, 5 December 2022, after the date of publication of the Notice until the 29th of February 2024.
  • Circular to all Employers in the Road Freight & Logistics Industry The NBCRFLI has been a target of SPAM emails.
  • The purpose of the circular is to provide the industry with upcoming dates for the 2022 Exemptions Body meetings. We urge all applicants to submit the exemption applications 14 working days before the Exemptions Body meeting to allow Council ample time to process the application and request outstanding documents, should there be any.
  • Due to the industry wage increments effective from 01 March 2022, our E-Business System Section has been receiving a high number of enquires and this has resulted in a backlog of queries. We have however now allocated more resources to assist with clearing the backlog to ensure that all queries are attended to as soon as possible.
  • The National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (NBCRFLI/Council) is perturbed by the protest marches and shut down that took place in our offices last week as the organisers of these marches and shut down are interdicted from doing so by a “Court Order” which is still effective and binding.
  • The NBCRFLI will be performing a scheduled system maintenance from 16h00 on Friday the 04th of March 2022 until 06h00 on Saturday the 05th of March 2022.
  • Following the Circulars that were issued on 26 November 2021 and 20 January 2022, Council would like to inform the industry members on the current status of the dispute between Council and Innovative Staffing Solutions (ISS).
  • The NBCRFLI will be performing a scheduled system maintenance from 16h00 on Friday the 04th of March 2022 until 06h00 on Saturday the 05th of March 2022.
  • Please be advised that the Wellness Fund Integrated Health Services benefit (basic medical insurance) will only cover employees whose monthly contributions towards the Wellness Fund (together with the contribution from employers) are at least R141.15 effective from 01 March 2022.
  • Following the Circular that was issued on 7 February 2022, we are pleased to inform the industry that the Minister of Employment and Labour has promulgated the amendments to the Council’s Main Collective Agreement, effective from 1 March 2022. A copy of the Government Gazette can be accessed on the Council’s website: click here.
  • This is a notification to all Road Freight and Logistics Industry employers and their respective employee’s that the National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (NBCRFLI) will discontinue the use of the NBCRFLI Paycard Solution as a method of payment with effect from 01 July 2022.
  • Following the Circular that was issued on 9 September 2021, the two year wage agreement signed by the Parties to Council has already been submitted to the Department of Employment and Labour for promulgation and extension to non – parties by the Minister of Employment and Labour.
  • Following the Circular that was issued on 26th of November 2021, Council would like to inform the industry on the latest developments on the matter.
  • We wish you a happy festive holiday and a prosperous new year. Please note that the Council offices will be closed from 22 December 2021 at noon (12h00) and will reopen on 03 January 2022 at 08h00.
  • Please note that the Council offices will be closed from 22 December 2021 at noon (12h00) and will reopen on 03 January 2022 at 08h00. In the case of an urgent matter, you may contact one of the following people:
  • The Cabinet in its meeting of Wednesday 24 November 2021 announced that the Zimbabwean Exemption Permit (ZEP), which ends on 31 December 2021, will not be extended. Following this announcement, the Council has therefore decided to provide further clarity to the industry on this matter in this circular as follows:
  • We unfortunately need to shut down both buildings in Braamfontein due to positive cases of COVID-19. We are taking this measure to fog both buildings to contain the spread of infections. Our offices will be closed from tomorrow, Friday 03 December 2021 to Saturday 04 December 2021.
  • The NBCRFLI’s Trucking Wellness Programme and the Free State Provincial Department of Health invite Road Freight and Logistics Industry employees to the Vooma Vaccination Weekend Campaign in Villiers.
  • Following the Circular that was issued on 13 July 2021, Council would like to inform the industry on the latest developments on the matter.
  • The Council leadership are heading the call to get vaccinated, recently the National Secretary of the NBCRFLI invited us to witness him getting his 2nd Pfizer dose of the COVID-19 Vaccine at Super Group where the NBCRFLI’s Trucking Wellness Programme had a COVID-19 Pop-Up Vaccination site.
  • Please be advised that the technical challenges pertaining to the Integrated Health Services Call Centre Telkom lines have been resolved. The lines are now up and running and our call centre agents are available to provide assistance to the industry.
  • Please be advised that the Integrated Health Services Call Centre is currently experiencing technical challenges with their Telkom lines.
  • This circular serves as a reminder to all Industry employers and employees that the 2021 Year-End Pay-Out Application Process opened on 11 October 2021.
  • The NBCRFLI together with the Trucking Wellness Programme, the Road Freight Association, and Engen invite Road Freight and Logistics Industry employees to the “Road Freight Industry Vaccination Pop-Up Site”.
  • In terms of Section 2A of the Public Holidays Act of 1994, Monday, 01 November 2021 has been declared a public holiday throughout the Republic in connection with the holding of local government elections.
  • On Tuesday 19th October 2021, members of SANCATDRA attended an arbitration hearing at the head offices of the National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (Council) in Braamfontein. However, they arrived in big numbers, and we could only give entry to those participating in the hearing.
  • This circular serves as a notification to all Industry employers and employees that the 2021 year-end Pay-Out Application Process will be open from 11 October 2021.
  • The NBCRFLI together with the Trucking Wellness Programme, the Road Freight Association, and Engen invite Road Freight and Logistics Industry employees to the “Road Freight Industry Vaccination Pop-Up Site”.
  • President Cyril Ramaphosa has recently announced a nationwide Vooma Vaccination Campaign for all South Africans and those who reside in this country. This initiative is giving an opportunity to all who have yet to get vaccinated for COVID-19 to do so in order to protect themselves and their loved ones against the pandemic.
  • The NBCRFLI together with the Trucking Wellness Programme and the Western Cape Department of Health invite Road Freight and Logistics Industry employees to the “Road Freight Industry Vaccination Pop-Up Site”.
  • This is a notification to all road freight and logistics industry employers and their respective employees that the NBCRFLI 2021 year-end payout preparations are currently underway.
  • The NBCRFLI together with the Trucking Wellness Programme, the Road Freight Association, and Engen invite Road Freight and Logistics Industry employees to the “Road Freight Industry Vaccination Pop-Up launch”.
  • For the payouts to be processed efficiently and timeously, it is imperative that the correct details be provided to the Council. Attached is a list of outstanding employee banking details that needs to be submitted through the online e-Business Solution by logging on to www.nbcrfionline.org.za before 30 September 2021.
  • We are very pleased to advise you that the contact details for our outsourced reporting service provider – Be Heard – has changed with immediate effect.
  • South Africa experienced an eruption of social unrest which affected two provinces, Kwa-Zulu Natal and Gauteng. Some of the companies that are in the Road Freight and Logistic Industry have been severely affected by this social unrest in that their trucks and/or warehouses are partly and completely damaged.
  • The National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (NBCRFLI) wishes to alert its users and Stakeholders that operations in its KwaZulu Natal and Gauteng offices will resume tomorrow, 20 July 2021.
  • As per the NBCRFLI circular dated 17 December 2020, the NBCRFLI resolved to top up the payment of the holiday bonus in full in respect of employees who were working during the lockdown period and up to 40% in respect of employees who were not working during the lockdown period. The payments were made under the following two proposed scenarios:
  • Council has received queries from industry members to ascertain whether Innovative Solutions Group falls within the scope of the Council and whether its business model complies with Council’s Collective Agreement.
  • Following the publication of the new minimum wage of the Abnormal Load Driver in the Government Gazette No. 44822 of 9 July 2021, the NBCRFLI wishes to bring to your attention that there is an error on Page 8 of the Government Gazette.
  • This communication bears reference to the turmoil which have erupted in the KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng Provinces in the past few days. In order to ensure safety for our NBCRFLI users and the staff, please be advised that NBCRFLI operations in these provinces have been affected.
  • This is a notification to all Road Freight and Logistics Industry employers and their respective employees of the compulsory FICA requirements for all NBCRFLI Paycard holders.
  • Subsequent to our President putting the country on Alert level 4 on Sunday, 27 June 2021, with the country officially moving to a severe third wave of the pandemic. There have been requests from our industry members to consider the postponement of schedule arbitration matters for the period of 14 days in line with the announcement from the President.
  • The NBCRFLI would like to bring to your attention that the 1st of July 2021, marked the commencement for the implementation of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI Act). The POPI Act aims to protect people’s right to privacy regarding their personal information which may have been collected by a third party during the course of business.
  • On 11 June 2021, the Department of Employment and Labour (Department) issued an updated Consolidated Directive on Occupational Health and Safety (Directive). Important additions have been made to the Guidelines from the Consolidated Directive on Occupational Health and Safety Measures in Certain Workplaces published on 1 October 2020.
  • The circular dated 26 March 2020 issued at the beginning of the national lockdown has reference. Please be advised that the Call Centre Agents are now available on the Council Call Centre numbers. This means that the cell phone numbers listed on the circular are now no longer in use.
  • The Trucking Wellness Programme has recently partnered with the Department of Health in Ekurhuleni to assist with the roll-out of the Covid-19 vaccine for our industry members who are 60 and above.
  • This is a notification to all Road Freight and Logistics Industry employers to ensure employer banking details have been correctly updated on the Online E-Business portal. Once updated employer banking details are verified against the company registration number, should banking details be rejected a notification will be sent to the employer and details will be cleared from our system.
  • Please be advised that the Wellness Fund Health Plan (basic medical insurance) will only cover employees whose monthly contributions towards the Wellness Fund (together with the contribution from employers) are at least R134.40 effective from 01 March 2021.
  • The NBCRFLI wishes to advise the industry that, the deadline for the Holiday Bonus Re-imbursement/Top-up applications is Monday, 15 February 2021 at 16H00. Applications will no longer be accepted after this deadline.
  • Reminder to submit the applications for Holiday Pay Bonus refund and applications for payment to employees directly.
  • Subsequent to the circular that was issued on 24 December 2020 regarding payment for holiday bonus in full for those employees who were working during the lockdown period and 40% for those who were not working during the lockdown period. This applies only in respect of employees for whom contributions were not received by NBCRFLI for a specific period during the lockdown.
  • Kindly be advised that the following increases on minimum wages, across the board increases and increases in allowances are applicable for the period 01 March 2021 to 28 February 2022.
  • We refer to the industry circular dated 21 October 2020. The President put the country on an adjusted Level 3 of the national lockdown following the surge of the second wave of COVID 19 cases in the Country. In this regard, the NBCRFLI has resolved to reinstate the sick leave fund temporary relief measures because there is an increased number of employees that are in isolation and do not have medical certificate or only a positive laboratory results for COVID 19.
  • As per the Council circular dated 17 December 2020, the NBCRFLI’s E-Business online system is ready to accept applications from employers relating to the Holiday Pay Bonus refund and applications for payment to employees directly.
  • As per the Council circular dated 17 December 2020, NBCRFLI has accepted liability to top up the payment of the holiday bonus in respect of employees who were working during the lockdown up to 100% of the holiday bonus (and up to 40% for employees who were not working during the lockdown). For clarity, this applies only in respect of employees for whom contributions were not received for a specific period.
  • Please note that the Council offices will be closed from 22 December 2020 at 12:00, and will reopen on 4 January 2021. The majority of the staff will not be available during the shutdown period.
  • The NBCRFLI is pleased to inform the industry that, in order to mitigate the negative impact of the national lockdown and Covid-19, the NBCRFLI will top up the payment for holiday bonus in full for those employees who were working during the lockdown period and 40% for those who were not working during the lockdown period
  • The South African National Cargo Transport Drivers Association (SANCATDRA) have organised a protest march with the support of ATDF, to the Head Office (Braamfontein) of the National Bargaining Council for Road Freight and Logistics Industry (Council) located at 29-31 De Korte Street on 15 December 2020 to present a memorandum of demands.
  • We once again appeal with employers that have received payments related to COVID-19 Temporary Employer-Employee Relief Scheme from UIF to pay Council the amount due for leave advancement for those employees who have applied for leave from Council because the Council is required to credit leave days of such employees.
  • The circular that was issued on 30 September 2020 regarding the implementation of the job grading and minimum wages of the “Abnormal Loads Driver” and the “Petroleum Tanker Driver” positions (which was erroneously referred to as “Tanker Driver”) refers.
  • With reference to the industry circular dated 01 August 2020, kindly receive the notice to withdraw the temporary relief measures that were put in place to assist the industry employers and employees to minimize the impact of COVID-19, with the exception of the relaxation of restrictions/requirements for Occasional Leave which will still be applicable for the remainder of the national lockdown as stated on paragraph 16 below. The withdrawal of temporary relief measures will come into effect on Wednesday 28 October 2020.
  • Subsequent to the circular that was issued on 02 October 2018 regarding the job grading and implementation date of the Abnormal Loads Driver position, the Council has since conducted an independent review in respect of the outcomes of job grading for the Abnormal Loads Driver and the Tanker Driver positions.
  • This is a notification to all road freight and logistics industry employers and their respective employees that the NBCRFLI 2020 year-end payout preparations are currently underway.
  • This is a notification to all road freight and logistics industry employers and their respective employees that the NBCRFLI 2020 year-end payout preparations are currently underway.
  • With reference to the industry circular issued on 07 June 2020, the NBCRFLI extended the temporary relief measures to assist the industry employers and employees to minimize the impact of COVID-19 for the duration of the National Lockdown, however the Sick Leave Fund Benefit was omitted
  • The NBCRFLI put in place various temporary relief measures to mitigate the negative impact of the national lockdown regulations and COVID-19. One of these temporary relief measures was the industry applying for leave pay contributions from the Leave Pay Fund, for the Lockdown Period of 27 March to 16 April and Lockdown Period of 17 April to 30 April.
  • The Minister of Employment and Labour, Mr. Thulas Nxesi today convened an urgent meeting to discuss the impasse in the Road Freight and Logistics Industry. The meeting attended by the Deputy Minister of Transport, Parties to the National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (Council), representatives from the Departments of Home Affairs, Police and Transport, ATDF, SANCADTRA, ANTDF and Positive Freight Solutions.
  • The High Court of South Africa (Gauteng Division, Pretoria) has granted the National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (Council) an interdict against ATDF and the SANCTDA from organising, encouraging, inciting any other person to, and/or participating in protest action or “national shutdown” against the employment of foreign nationals in the Road Freight and Logistics Industry on 7 July 2020 or at any time thereafter.
  • The National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (Council) has become aware of media report from eNCA that the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) is investigating allegations that Affinity Health (Pty) Ltd (Affinity Health) was involved in the unlawful importation of chloroquine, that Affinity was dispensing the medication to its staff as a COVID-19 preventative measure, and that the company planned to distribute chloroquine to its network of pharmacies
  • To ensure work continuity and service provision to the Industry, the Council Agents will gradually resume conducting inspections and investigation of cases, while following the strict health and safety guidelines as provided for in the Department of Employment and Labour COVID-19 Occupational Health and Safety Directives.
  • The NBCRFLI has considered the impact of the government lockdown regulations and Covid-19 on the Road Freight and Logistics Industry. As a result, it has decided to extend following temporary relief measures to assist the industry employers and employees to minimize the impact of COVID-19 for the duration of the National Lockdown
  • We regret to inform that the NBCRFLI Parow office that has been recently opened on the 25th May 2020 is now temporary closed due to health and safety measures that needs to be urgently attended to by the office.
  • The purpose of this circular is to request companies which are not operating or operating on a partial basis during nation-wide lockdown to inform the Council accordingly.
  • Since last update to the industry on 12 May 2020, we have been in constant engagement with the UIF requesting clarity on the bulk application submitted to UIF by the Council, especially relating to employers and employees that have not been paid.
  • Subsequent to the CCMA Directive issued on 8th May 2020, the NBCRFLI is issuing this Directive in order to align the CCMA Directive with NBCRFLI’s environment as practical as possible.
  • The NBCRFLI is currently preparing its facilities in compliance with Regulations issued in terms of section 27(2) of the Disaster Management Act 57 of 2002 prior to the implementation of the CCMA Directive
  • We refer to the above matter as well as our previous industry circulars issued regarding UIF benefits.
  • The Council is pleased to inform the industry that it has considered further to utilise the Leave Pay Fund as an additional temporary measure to assist the industry in order to mitigate the negative further impact of the lockdown and Covid-19.
  • Kindly be advised that NBCRFLI is now allowing the submission of the second phase of UIF TERS applications. In this phase, we are considering UIF TERS applications for the 14 days of the national lockdown extended period of 17 April 2020 to 30 April 2020.
  • The president announced that from 1 May 2020, the country would move to phase four (4) of the lockdown. NBCRFLI has taken a decision to extend the period of the temporary relief measures for industry employers and employees during this period.
  • With reference to the industry circular dated 20 April 2020, kindly receive the circular with corrections on paragraph 8.
  • After the declaration of the 21 days (27 March-16 April) national lockdown by the President, the NBCRFLI proactively resolved to put in place various temporary relief measures to mitigate the negative impact of the national lockdown regulations and COVID-19. One of these temporary relief measures was the industry applying for 21 days leave pay contributions from the Leave Pay Fund.
  • The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) is mindful of employers and employees who are financially distressed in light of the unprecedented financial challenges that Covid-19 presents, which may impact employers’ and employees’ ability to comply with their full or any section 13A contributions to their respective retirement funds.
  • Subsequent to extension of the national lockdown by the President for a further period of two weeks, commencing from 17 April 2020 to 30 April 2020, the NBCRFLI has resolved to extend some of the measures that were put in place to mitigate the negative impact of the lockdown and Covid-19.
  • This circular serves to inform the industry members that NBCRFLI has entered into Memorandum of Understanding with the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) whereby industry companies will be able to submit individual application to NBCRFLI for Covid-19 TERS benefits.
  • The President declared a nation-wide lockdown for 21 days with effect from midnight on Thursday, 26 March 2020 until midnight on Thursday, 16 April 2020. The lockdown is necessary to fundamentally disrupt the chain of transmission as means of COVID-19.
  • The President has issued a directive for a 21 days national lockdown from Thursday 26 March until midnight on Thursday 16 April 202 as a containment measure for the COVID-19. Council arranged for staff members to work from home.
  • We have received various concerns from the members of the Road Freight and Logistics Industry regarding the negative impact that the coronavirus outbreak has caused on both companies and employees.
  • Subsequent to the declaration of a state disaster by The President and the issuing of the CCMA Directive, The NBCRFLI has taken a decision to postpone all matters set down between 19 March 2020 up to and including 14 April 2020.
  • The NBCRFLI is pleased to announce that it will be providing a new integrated health services for eligible Road Freight and Logistics Industry employees. Affinity Health will now facilitate and administer the Health Plan and HIV/AIDS Management Programme services under one umbrella, with effect from 1 March 2020.
  • Kindly be advised that the following increases on minimum wages, across the board increases and increases in allowances are applicable for the period 01 March 2020 to 28 February 2021.
  • Please note that the Council offices will be closed from 20 December 2019 at 12:00, and will reopen on 6 January 2020.The majority of the staff will not be available during the shutdown period. In the case of an urgent matter, you may contact one of the following people:
  • Increases on Dual Driver Subsistence Allowance. The Dual Driver Subsistence Allowance increases was not included on the Council’s Main Collective Agreement promulgated on the 25 March 2019.
  • It is mandatory for employers to submit applications through the e-Business System www.nbcrfionline.org.za on behalf of employees who are due for leave pay and sick bonus.
  • Please be advised that adjusted minimum wage per week will be effective from 25 September 2019, which is six (6) months from the date of promulgation.
  • Wednesday 08 May 2019 has been declared a public holiday and has been gazetted under proclamation no. 184, 2019 in Government Gazette 42342 dated 28 March 2019.
  • Please be advised that Council has resolved that the Wellness Fund Health Plan (basic medical insurance) will only cover employees whose monthly contributions towards the Wellness Fund (together with the contribution from employers ) is at least R 108.96 effective from 01 April 2019.
  • As you may be aware, the Income Tax Act, 1962, was amended with effect from 1 March 2019 to clarify that contributions to the various benefit funds operated by the Council (Sick Fund, Holiday Pay Fund, Leave Pay Fund and Wellness Fund) are to be treated as taxable benefits. As per the previous circulars issued by the Council, the obligation rests with the respective employers to make PAYE deductions on the contributions. Benefits payable by the funds will accordingly remain tax-exempt
  • The South African National Cargo Transport Drivers Association (SANCATDRA) has proposed to march to the head offices of the National Bargaining Council for Road Freight and Logistics Industry (NBCRFLI) on 7 March 2019 at 10H00.
  • The NBCRFLI together with its Health Plan service provider, Affinity Health, are pleased to announce the refinement of the Health Plan in terms of the benefits provided. The two companies have been working closely together to identify members’ specific needs, thereby making the plan more focused on precisely what our members require. As a result, the Health Plan is now tailor-made, based on the benefits recognized as vitally important. These amended benefits come into effect on 1 March 2019.
  • ADDENDUM FOR INDUSTRY CIRCULAR (distributed on 22 Feb 2019): PROMULGATION AND EXTENSION OF THE MAIN COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT.
  • The three-year wage agreement signed by Parties to Council towards the end of 2018 was submitted to the Department of Labour (DoL) for promulgation and extension to non-parties by the Minister of Labour. It was subject to a public comment period which expired on 11 February 2019. We are awaiting final feedback from the DoL in this regard.
  • The National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (NBCRFLI) remains committed to keeping the industry up to date about the wage agreement promulgation and extension process.
  • In line with Clause 77(2) of the Main Collective Agreement, the Council commissioned an independent service provider to investigate the scope and financial impact of the possible extension of the 13th cheque benefit to employees within the existing EBU categories.
  • This Circular is issued in line with Clause 68 of the Main Collective Agreement, which stipulates that Council administers the Main Collective Agreement and may issue rulings for the guidance of employers and employees falling within the Council’s jurisdiction. The purpose of the Circular is therefore to provide guidance to the industry on the interpretation of clause 67A of the Main Collective Agreement
  • JOB GRADING FOR ABNORMAL LOADS DRIVERS & EXTENDED BARGAINING UNIT EMPLOYEES
  • ENFORCEMENT OF CLAUSE 58(1)(b) OF THE MAIN COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT
  • As of 01 June 2018, kindly be advised that all manual applications submitted for payment must be directed to your relevant Regional Funds Administration Payout Section utilising the following email addresses only
  • As of 01 March 2016, kindly be advised that no documentation relating to an Employee’s Estate Claim, as stipulated in Clause 43.6 (c) of the Main Collective Agreement, will be accepted at any Council office through walk in clients, faxes or emails. Click here for the indemnity form.
  • JOB GRADING FOR ABNORMAL LOAD DRIVERS & EXTENDED BARGAINING UNIT EMPLOYEES
  • CIRCULAR TO THE INDUSTRY NOTIFICATION ON THE AMCU’S INTENDEND PROTEST ACTION ON THE 20 MARCH 2018
  • JOB GRADING FOR ABNORMAL LOAD DRIVERS & EXTENDED BARGAINING UNIT EMPLOYEES
  • NIGHT SHIFT ALLOWANCE, SUBSISTENCE ALLOWANCE AND CROSS BORDER ALLOWANCE
  • MINIMUM WAGES AND ACROSS THE BOARD INCREASES IN THE ROAD FREIGHT AND LOGISTICS INDUSTRY
  • Amendments to the Main Collective Agreement
  • This is to notify all road freight and logistics industry employers and their respective employees that the 2017 NBCRFLI year-end payout preparations are currently underway.
  • AMENDMENT TO PROFESSIONAL TRANSPORT AND ALLIED WORKERS UNION OF SOUTH AFRICA CONSTITUTION
  • This is a notification to all road freight and logistics industry employers that the NBCRFLI online system can now be accessed through the following link https://www.nbcrflionline.org.za/ with immediate effect.
  • Please be advised that Council has resolved that the Wellness Fund Health Plan (basic medical insurance) will only cover employees whose monthly contributions towards the Wellness Fund (together with the employers portion) is at least R 93.60 effective 01 June 2017.
  • Night shift allowance, subsistance and crossborder allowance
  • The previous circular regarding the extension of the Wellness Fund to extended bargaining unit employees, has been withdrawn and replaced by the attached.
  • The NBCRFLI together with its Health Plan service provider, Affinity Health, are pleased to announce the refinement of the Health Plan in terms of the benefits provided.
  • After the promulgation of the Main Collective Agreement it was noticed that, due to administrative errors, certain clauses in the Main Collective Agreement appeared incorrectly. Council will be requesting the Department of Labour to make necessary corrections. To view these corrections, please click here.
  • This year the 26th of December 2016 (Day of Goodwill) falls on a Monday and as a result thereof Tuesday the 27th of December 2016 will be regarded as a public holiday in the Road Freight and Logistics Industry.
  • In celebration of World AIDS Day on 01 December 2016, we would like to take this opportunity to honor the inspirational work done by Trucking Wellness. Since its inception, the programme has grown into providing a holistic approach to health and wellness within the Road Freight and Logistics Industry and communities surrounding its roadside wellness clinics.
  • It is mandatory for employers to submit applications through the e-Business solution www.nbcrfionline.org.za on behalf of employees who are due for leave pay and sick bonus.
  • It is mandatory for employers to submit applications through the e-Business solution www.nbcrfionline.org.za on behalf of employees who are due for leave pay and sick bonus.
  • The parties to Council resolved to extend its Collective Agreements to non-parties beyond September 2016 and up until 28 February 2019. The Minister of Labour then gazetted the Collective Agreements on the 8th of September 2016 for public comment.
  • This is a notification to all road freight and logistics industry employers and their respective employees that the NBCRFLI 2016 year-end payout preparations are currently underway. For the payouts to be processed efficiently and timeously, it is imperative that the correct details be provided to the Council.
  • The NBCRFLI is proud to introduce the Paycard Solution for all industry employee members. While the Paycard is optional for South African citizens, the Council has approved the compulsory implementation for all foreign employees.
  • The NBCRFLI is proud to introduce the Paycard Solution for all industry employee members. While the Paycard is optional for South African citizens, the Council has approved the compulsory implementation for all foreign employees.
  • The NBCRFLI is proud to introduce the Paycard solution for all employee members. While the Paycard is optional for South African citizens, the Council has approved the compulsory implementation for all foreign employees.
  • The Main Collective Agreement presently provides that EBU employees had to receive wage increases with effect from 28 March 2016.
  • Please be advised that Council has resolved that the Wellness Fund Health Plan (basic medical insurance) will only cover employees whose monthly contributions towards the Wellness Fund (together with the employers portion) is at least R86.24 effective 01 May 2016.
  • Please take note of the following minimum wage and across the board increases in the Road Freight and Logistics industry.
  • Please take note of the following approved NBCRFLI bank account details.
  • With reference to the circular sent on 16 March 2016, regarding the Wage Agreement, which was signed by parties to Council towards the end of 2015.
  • With reference to the circular sent on 4 March 2016, regarding the Wage Agreement, which was signed by parties to Council towards the end of 2015, of which we have committed to keeping the Road Freight and Logistics Industry updated on the promulgation process.
  • With reference to the circular sent on 24 February 2016, Council has committed to keeping the Road Freight and Logistics Industry updated on the signed wage agreement promulgation process.
  • The NBCRFLI together with its Health Plan service provider, Affinity Health, are pleased to announce the refinement of the Health Plan in terms of the benefits provided. The two companies have been working closely together to identify members’ specific needs, thereby making the plan more focused on precisely what our members require. As a result, the Health Plan is now tailor-made, based on the benefits recognised as vitally important, at the same cost to members.
  • As of 01 March 2016 no documentation related to an Employee’s Estate Claim, in terms of Clause 43.6 (c) of the Main Collective Agreement, will be accepted at any Council office via walk in clients, faxes or emails.
  • The parties to Council signed a new wage agreement towards the end of 2015. The Minister of Labour then gazetted the signed wage agreement on the 3rd of February 2016 for comment.
  • Following the 2015 wage negotiations Council has resolved to appoint Pricewaterhouse Coopers (Pty) Ltd (PWC) to conduct research into Industry Staff benefits and conditions of employment. The research will include bargaining unit (BU) as well as extended bargaining unit (EBU) employees.
  • Please note that the Council offices will be closed from 18 December 2015 at 12h30, and will reopen on 4 January 2016 at 8h00.
  • This serves as a reminder concerning the amendments to the Council’s Main Collective Agreement regarding trade union subscriptions in Government Gazette No. 39229 of 16 October 2015. These amendments were applicable as of 26 October 2015. Click here for more.
  • With 1 December being World AIDS Day, the NBCRFLI released an emailer highlighting the inspirational work done by Trucking Wellness to fight the HIV/AIDS pandemic within the Road Freight and Logistics Industry. Click here to find out more.
  • The banking details within this circular are the full complement of NBCRFLI bank details. It is imperative that you use these banking account details when making payments to the NBCRFLI. Click here to read more.
  • This serves as a reminder that it is mandatory for employers to submit an Expected Pay Date on behalf of employees by 06 November 2015 through the e-Business online solution. Click here to find out more.
  • Section 205(3)(a) of the Labour Relations Act, 1995, provides that an employer must keep a record of the prescribed details of any strike, lock-out or protest action involving its employees. The Department of Labour, through the Council, has requested employers in the Road Freight and Logistics Industry to complete the prescribed form and to return it to the Department. Click here to view the form.
  • It is mandatory for employers to submit an expected pay date for 13th Cheque payments and applications through the e-Business solution www.nbcrfionline.org.za on behalf of employees who are due for leave pay and sick bonus. You have until Saturday 31st October 2015 to urgently submit employee banking details to ensure all employees receive their year-end payments. Click here​ for more.
  • Please be reminded that it is mandatory for employers to submit an Expected Pay Date on behalf of employees by 06 November 2015 through the e-Business online solution www.nbcrfionline.org.za. Please also note that employers will not complete a Holiday Bonus 13th Cheque application. Click here for more.
  • The Minister of Labour has promulgated amendments to Council’s Main Collective Agreement in Government Gazette No. 39229 of 16 October 2015. The promulgated amendments will be applicable as from 26 October 2015. Click here ​for more.
  • It is mandatory for employers to submit applications through the e-Business solution www.nbcrfionline.org.za​ on behalf of employees who are due for leave pay and sick bonus. Completed applications are to be submitted on or before 06 November 2015. No applications will be considered after this date.
  • It is mandatory for employers to submit an Expected Pay Date on behalf of employees by 06 November 2015 through the e-Business online solution. Employers will not complete a Holiday Bonus 13th Cheque application; payments will be made to all employees listed on October (10/2015) monthly return, provided that the employer has submitted valid banking details for all employees.
  • It is mandatory for employers to submit applications through the e-Business solution (www.nbcrfionline.org.za) on behalf of employees who are due for leave pay and sick bonus. Co​mpleted applications are to be submitted​ on or before 06 November 2015.
  • This is a final reminder that outstanding employee banking d​etails need to be submitted through the online e-Business Solution by logging on to www.nbcrfionline.org.za before 30 September 2015
  • It is mandatory for employers to submit an Expected Pay Date on behalf of employees by 06 November 2015 through the e-Business online solution www.nbcrfionline.org.za. NOTE: Employers will not complete a Holiday Bonus 13th Cheque application; payments will be made to all employees listed on October (10/2015) monthly return, provided that the employer has submitted valid banking details for all employees.
  • It is mandatory for employers to submit an Expected Pay Date on behalf of employees by 06 November 2015 through the e-Business online solution www.nbcrfionline.org.za. NOTE: Employers will not complete a Holiday Bonus 13th Cheque application; payments will be made to all employees listed on October (10/2015) monthly return, provided that the employer has submitted valid banking details for all employees.
  • The purpose of this circular is to clarify our previous circular of 1 September 2015.
  • Please be advised that the night-shift allowance as well as the subsistence allowance increased as from 1 September 2015.
  • This is a reminder to all road freight industry employers and their respective employees that the NBCRFLI 2015 year-end payouts preparations are currently underway.

    For the payouts to be processed efficiently and timeously, it is imperative that correct details are provided to the Council before 30 August 2015.
  • Please be advised that the National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (NBCRFLI) has produced information flyers outlining its services and benefits provided to the industry. These flyers will be delivered to all employer distribution centres/control rooms. We kindly request that, on receipt, these flyers are distributed to all member employees.
  • This is a notification to all road freight and logistics industry employers and their respective employees that the NBCRFLI 2015 year-end payout preparations are currently underway.

    For the payouts to be processed efficiently and timeously, it is imperative that the correct details be provided to the Council.
  • We would like to inform you about the excellent work performed by the Trucking Wellness Programme over the last few years and how employers and employees in the Road Freight and Logistics Industry can continue to benefit from the programme through Trucking Wellness participation in your Wellness Days.
  • The Council appointed PE Corporate Services SA (Pty) Ltd Management Consultants to develop a formal driver guideline and to recommend an appropriate application of the guideline to promote compliance. The investigation conducted by Mr Maarten du Plessis of PE Corporate Services has now reached its final stages, and the purpose of this circular is to request employers in the Industry to provide additional input before the definitions are finalised. Click here for more. Provide your input by clicking on this document and filling it in by no later than close of business on 10 April 2015.
  • Please be advised that in terms of the provisions of clauses 71 - Enforcement of Agreement and 72 – Interest of the NBCRFLI Main Collective Agreement, the following fees and interest will be levied from 1 March 2015 against employers who contravene the provisions of the Council’s Collective Agreements.
  • Please be advised that Council has resolved that the Wellness Fund Health Plan (basic medical insurance) will only cover employees whose monthly contributions towards the Wellness Fund (together with the employers portion) is at least R 79.12 effective 01 April 2015.
  • As you may be aware clause 45 of Council's Main Collective Agreement provides for the registration of employers with the Council.

    Sub-clause 45 (5) provides that every registered employer must notify the Council within 30 days,in writing,of any changes in the particulars furnished by him or her on registration.As an employer you are requested to comply with the provisions of sub-clause 4(45) by notifying Council of any changes within the prescribed 30 day period in respect of your registration information.
  • Please be advised that the minimum wages in respect of employees for whom minimum wages are prescribed in Schedule 5 of the Main Collective Agreement have been increased from 1 March 2015.
  • Please note that the Council offices will be closed from 19 December 2014 at 16:30, and will reopen on 5 January 2015. In the case of an urgent matter, we have skeleton staff on standby.
  • Please be advised that the National Bargaining Council for the Road Frieght and Logistics Industry (NBCRFLI) will host a year end function for employees, taking place on Friday, 12 December 2014, affecting operations at our Johannesburg and Pretoria offices.
  • Please be advised that the National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry(NBCRFLI) will host a Year End Function for employees, taking place on Friday, 12 December 2014.

    The following region and branch will close from 13:00-16:30 on Friday, 12 December 2014:
    -Johannesburg
    -Pretoria
  • We have the pleasure of introducing you to our new National Secretary, Mr Musa Ndlovu, who began his new role on 8 September 2014.
  • The closing date for the year-end pay-outs submission was Friday, 07 November 2014, however due to non-submission we have extended the submission date to Friday, 14 November 2014 @13h00.
  • The closing date for the year-end pay-outs submission is this Friday, 07 November 2014. After this date, online access to submit new applications will be closed for the year end payouts process.
  • We would like to remind you that the closing date for the year-end pay-outs submission is this Friday, 07 November 2014. After this date, online access to submit new applications will be closed for the year end payouts process.
  • The closing date for the year-end pay-outs submission is Friday, 07 November 2014. After this date, online access to submit new applications will be closed for the year end payouts process.
  • Please be advised that Council has resolved to conduct research on compulsory employee medical testing in terms of your company policy and current legislative requirements of employees for whom minimum wages are prescribed in the Industry. This research serves as an information gathering process for possible inclusion of compulsory employee medical testing in the NBCRFLI Health Plan benefits.
  • It is mandatory for employers to submit applications through the e-Business solution www.nbcrfionline.org.za on behalf of employees who are due for holiday pay bonus and, where applicable, leave pay and sick bonus. Please note that completed applications are to be submitted on or before 07 November 2014. No applications will be considered after this date.
  • This is a final reminder to all road freight industry members and their respective employees that the NBCRLFI 2014 year-end preparations are currently underway.

    For the payouts to be processed efficiently and timeously, it is imperative that the correct details be provided to the Council.
  • As previously mentioned in a Circular dated 28 August 2014, Council has appointed PE Corporate SA (Pty) to conduct research into staff benefits and conditions of employment applicable to extended bargaining unit employees.The research will apply to all EBU positions up to and including C1(Paterson Grading) earning up to the BCEA threshold (presently R205 433.30 pa) plus 30% (R267 063.29 pa).

    The first step in the research is the completion of a questionnaire which has been drafted by the researchers.You are requested to please complete and return the completed form to Mr Maarten du Plessis on or before 26 September 2014 at:

    Email: pecsphal@global.co.za
    Fax: 0866093063

    And the questionnaire on the downloadable form page .
  • Please be advised that the Minister of Labour has approved an amendment to Council’s Main Collective Agreement. The amendment has been published in the Government Gazette on 5 September 2014 and will be effective as from 15 September 2014.
  • This is a notification to all road freight and logistics employers and their respective employees that the NBCRFLI 2014 year-end payout preparations are currently underway.

    For the payouts to be processes efficiently and timeously, it is imperative that the correct details be provided to the Council.
  • This circular serves as a notification to all Road Freight and Logistics Industry employers that the NBCRFLI 2014 year-end payout preparations are currently underway.

    For payouts to be processed efficiently and timeously, it is imperative that your foreign employees ensure their banking details, held at various financial institutions, are updated and comply with FICA regulations.
  • Please be advised that Council has resolved to appoint PE Corporate Services SA (Pty) Ltd to conduct research into the staff benefits and conditions of employment applicable to extended bargaining unit employees.
  • This is a final reminder to all road freight industry employers and their respective employees that the NBCRFLI 2014 year-end payouts preparations are currently underway. For the payouts to be processed efficiently and timeously, it is imperative that the correct details be provided to the Council.
  • We have the pleasure of informing industry stakeholders that the NBCRFLI Board has appointed a new National Secretary to head the NBCRFLI as of 1 September 2014.
  • As you may be aware clause 54 of the Main Collective agreement, dealing with industry trade unions subscriptions had been amended. From 1 March 2014 onwards trade unions will collect membership fees on the 7
  • Please be advised that all employees for whom minimum wages are prescribed and who were in the employ of an employer prior to 01 September 2014 must be awarded an increase of 0,25% on actual basic wage as from 01 September 2014.
  • This is a notification to all road freight and logistics industry employers and their respective employees that the NBCRFLI 2014 year-end payout preparations are currently underway. For the payouts to be processed efficiently and timeously, it is imperative that the correct details be provided to the Council. Click here to view is a list of outstanding employee banking details that needs to be submitted through the online e-Business Solution.
  • Clause 19 (9) of Council’s Main Collective Agreement provides that a medical certificate, for the purposes of occasional sick leave, must be issued and signed by a medical practitioner or any person who is certified to diagnose and treat patients and who is registered with a professional council established by an Act of Parliament.
  • Please be advised that the Council has resolved that the Wellness Fund Health Plan (basic medical insurance) will only cover employees whose monthly contributions towards the Wellness Fund (together with the employers portion) is at least R 73.96 effective 01 July 2014.
  • 13 May 2014
    It was recently reported in the media that certain proposed legislative changes may affect the continued operation of the Wellness Fund. The Council is aware of these legislative proposals.
  • We are pleased to announce that the first phase of our Gauteng Region Call Centre system will be implemented on Friday 2nd of May 2014. The new call centre system is yet another way in which you can communicate with us directly at the NBCRFLI and receive immediate assistance.
  • An invitation is hereby issued for suitably qualified persons to serve on National Bargaining Council for Road Freight and Logistics Industry’s (NBCRFLI’s) Independent Exemptions Body. The successful candidate/s should be able to consider all applications for exemption from the provisions of the Council’s Collective Agreements.
  • Please be advised that as from January 2014 legislation has been introduced that makes non-payment of retirement fund contributions by employers a criminal offence punishable by a fine of up to R10 million and/or imprisonment of up to 10 years. Moreover company directors can also be held personally liable for non-payment of contributions.
  • Please be advised that the 7th of May 2014 has, in terms of section 2A of the Public Holidays Act of 1994 (Act No. 36 of 1994), been proclaimed as a public holiday.
  • As you may be aware the Provident Fund Collective Agreement will expire on 28 February 2014. The Department of Labour has advised us to consult all interested parties, inclusive of non-parties, with regard to the application made to the Minister of Labour to extend the provisions of the Agreement for a period of three (3) months. Your comments/input regarding the application is invited.
  • Please be advised that for the period 1 March 2014 to 28 February 2015, there will be increases in Minimum Wages - Across the Board Increases and Allowances.
  • Please be advised that the Minister of Labour has approved two amendments to the provisions of the Main Collective Agreement. The first amendment was in respect of clause 26 which deals with the general provisions on the administration of benefit funds and the second amendment was in respect of clause 54 trade union subscriptions.
  • Please be advised that the Minister of Labour has extended the provisions of the Exemptions and Dispute Resolution Agreement to 28 February 2016 as contained in the Government Gazette No. 37247 dated 24th January 2014.
  • As of January 2014, the National Employers Association of South Africa (NEASA) has been admitted as a party to the National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (NBCRFLI). Based on NEASA's membership figures, they are entitled to one representative on the Council's board.
  • The CCMA and Bargaining Councils have embarked on an initiative to partner with Public Universities to develop and deliver a qualification in Labour Dispute Resolution Practice.
  • As you may be aware the existing Exemptions and Dispute Resolution Agreement will expire on 31 December 2013. This Agreement deals with the manner in which exemption applications should be dealt with. The Council has decided to consult non-parties with regards to the application to be made to the Minister of Labour to extend the provisions of the Agreement to 28 February 2016.
  • As the end of 2013 approaches, we would like to remind you to submit your application for the year-end pay-outs (sick, leave and 13th cheque/holiday bonus) by Friday, 08 November 2013. After this date, online access to submit new applications will be closed for the year end payouts process. Please note that it is mandatory for employers to submit applications through the e-Business solution www.nbcrfionline.org.za . Please take note of the following important information.
  • >As the end of 2013 approaches, we would like to remind you to submit your application for the year-end pay-outs (sick, leave and 13th cheque/holiday bonus) by Friday, 08 November 2013. After this date, online access to submit new applications will be closed for the year end payouts process. Please note that it is mandatory for employers to submit applications through the e-Business solution www.nbcrfionline.org.za . Please take note of the following important information.
  • It is mandatory for employers to submit applications through the e-Business solution www.nbcrfionline.org.za on behalf of employees who are due for their holiday pay bonus (13TH CHEQUE) and, where applicable, leave pay and sick bonus.
  • Please be advised that Council has resolved that the Wellness Fund Health Plan (basic medical insurance) will only cover employees whose monthly contributions towards the Wellness Fund (together with the employers portion) is at least R 69.12 effective 01 October 2013.
  • This is a final reminder to all road freight industry employers and their respective employees that the NBCRFLI 2013 year-end payouts preparations are currently underway. For the payouts to be processed efficiently and timeously, it is imperative that the correct details be provided to the Council. Attached is a list of outstanding employee banking details that needs to be submitted through the online e-Business Solution.
  • This is a notification to all road freight industry employers and their respective employees that the NBCRFLI 2013 year-end payout preparations are currently underway. For the payouts to be processed efficiently and timeously, it is imperative that the correct details be provided to the Council.
  • From now on, all monthly returns in terms of the sick, leave, holiday bonus, levies, trade union subscriptions and the wellness fund must be completed on the NBCRFLI E-Business online system on or before the 20th of the month.
  • Kindly note that monthly levy contributions to Bargaining Council have now been classified as exempt supplies for VAT purposes. This follows the recent insertion of section 12 (l) to the VAT Act, No. 89 of 1991 (as amended).
  • The purpose of this circular is to explain Council’s present involvement with the Fund and to bring to your attention the very important changes that will occur with effect from 1 June 2013 as a result of the termination of the administration service level agreement between the Council and the Fund.
  • Please be advised that Mr Elvan Kock who inter-alia dealt with all exemption application matters is no longer employed by the Council.
  • The Main Collective Agreement has been extended by the Minister of Labour for the period ending 29 February 2016.
  • Sick leave bonuses become payable on completion of the three year cycle after commencing employment or from the date that the previous sick leave cycle expires. In order to provide for sick leave bonuses to be paid out separately from annual leave, Annexure A.6: Payment Voucher was slightly amended.
  • It has come to our attention that some employers have failed to use the correct bank account when making payment to the Road Freight and Logistics Industry Provident Fund. It is imperative that the correct account and referencing be used in order to ensure timeous allocation for the resultant cover for insured benefits to apply.
  • It is imperative to take note of the revised payment of sick leave bonuses, as the sick leave clause in the Main Collective Agreement had to be aligned with the provisions of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, 75 of 1997.
  • Employers must please ensure that AWOL claims are submitted before the final calculations of their year-end pay out applications are confirmed.
  • The parties to the Council have settled the wage dispute between them and that a three year wage Agreement has been reached.
  • The above parties being the parties of the National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry agree to the following process and amendments/inclusions to the Council's collective agreements, arising from the annual wage negotiations conducted in terms of the Constitution, for the implementation in 2013 and 2014 and 2015.
  • A circular has been drawn up is to advise employers in the Industry on how to calculate contributions payable to Council during the strike period.
  • It is mandatory for employers to submit applications through the e-Business solution www.nbcrfionline.org.za on behalf of employees who are due for holiday pay bonus and, where applicable, leave pay and sick bonus. Click here to access important information about this process.
  • The Empowerdex B-BBEE Participation Certificate Programme which began in December 2009 has been discontinued.
  • The Parties to the NBCRFLI wish to categorically distance themselves from an agreement purportedly reached in the NBCRFLI Cash in Transit (CIT) Chamber on Friday 28 September 2012. The parties do not recognise this so-called agreement.
  • The Parties to the NBCRFLI embarked on wage negotiations in June this year. Whereas the parties were able to reach agreement on many issues, the across the board (ATB) increment, remains in dispute. As a consequence, the strike called by the trade unions will continue and at this stage no further discussions between parties are planned.
  • Please be advised that Council has resolved that the Wellness Fund Health Plan (basic medical insurance) will only cover employees whose monthly contributions towards the Wellness Fund (together with the employers’ portion) is at least R50-00.
  • The Parties to the NBCRFLI wish to inform the Industry that the Memorandum of Agreement purportedly entered into “in the CIT Chamber” dated 28 September 2012 is null and void and of no force and effect.
    The signed wage agreement between the parties to the Council dated 12 October 2012 is hereby adopted as the formal wage agreement.
  • This is a final reminder to all road freight industry employers and their respective employees that the NBCRFLI 2012 year-end payouts preparations are currently underway. For the payouts to be processed efficiently and timeously, it is imperative that the correct details be provided to the Council. As from December 2012, the 13th cheque (holiday pay bonus) must be paid directly to the employees. Without the correct details, it will not be possible for Council to pay-out these 13th cheques.
  • This is a notification to all road freight industry employers and their respective employees that the NBCRFLI 2012 year-end payout preparations are currently underway. For the payouts to be processed efficiently and timeously, it is imperative that the correct details be provided to the Council.
  • The purpose of this Circular is to clarify the application of Clause 19 in the Main Collective Agreement regarding the provision of the Sick and Absence Fund.
  • According to the Main Collective Agreement, the Council is not required to pay an employee occasional sick leave if the employee fails to produce a medical certificate. The medical certificate must be issued and signed by a medical practitioner or any person who is certified to diagnose and treat patients and is registered with a professional Council established by an Act of Parliament.
  • As of 01 July 2012, the Council will no longer accept txt files or manual returns. We therefore urge those who have not yet done so, to register online so that they can submit their monthly returns online.
  • PE Corporate Services (Pty) Ltd is in the process of collecting remuneration information to determine the existing wage ranges for the jobs in the extended bargaining unit. You are kindly requested to provide this information by close of business on 11 May 2012.

    To view the same reminder on the NBCRFI Online website, click here . To view the notice, you will need your username and password.
  • Effective from 04 April 2012, the industry’s Provident Fund will be administrated by SALT Employee Benefits.
  • From 1 March 2012 to 28 February 2013 the minimum weekly rate at which wages in respect of ordinary hours of work shall be paid has increased.
  • Click here to view the Gazette (Promulgation of Simplified Main Collective Agreement)
  • Please be advised that the 27th of December 2011 is regarded as a paid holiday. Clause 10(5) of the Main Collective Agreement provides as follows.
  • The closing date for the year end payouts submissions has been extended to Friday, 18 November 2011. It is mandatory for employers who have already registered and/or used the online system to submit applications through the online e-Business Solution.
  • The closing date for the year end payouts submissions has been extended to Friday, 18 November 2011. It is mandatory for employers who have already registered and/or used the online system to submit applications through the online e-Business Solution.
  • It is mandatory for employers who are registered online to submit applications through the e-Business solution www.nbcrfionline.org.za on behalf of employees who are due for holiday pay bonus and, where applicable, leave pay and sick bonus. Employers are encouraged to submit the online applications as this allows for faster payouts and minimises human error.
  • It is mandatory for employers who are registered online to submit applications through the e-Business solution www.nbcrfionline.org.za on behalf of employees who are due for leave pay and sick bonuses. Employers are encouraged to submit online as this allows for faster processing and minimises human error.
  • Application Guidelines to the Main Collective Agreement published in Government Gazette No. 34294 of 20 May 2011.

    The purpose of this Circular is to provide further guidelines with regards to the application of the leave pay and holiday pay fund contributions to the Council.
  • The NBCRFLI recently acquired an approval from the Financial Services Board (FSB) to administer the industry provident fund. The section 13B approval allows the Council to play a more active role in provident fund management for the industry by allowing it more control over the collection and enforcement process.
  • On the 21st of February 2011, the employer (Road Freight Employer’s Association) and union parties (South African Transport and Allied Workers Union, Transport and Allied Workers Union, Motor Transport Workers Union and Professional Transport and Allied Workers Union of South Africa) to the Road Freight and Logistics Bargaining Council concluded an agreement on the wages and conditions of service.
  • Wednesday 18 May 2011 has been declared a public holiday and has been gazetted under Proclamation No. 27, 2011 in Government Gazette 34127 dated 16 March 2011.

    We hereby notify the industry that the 18 May 2011 will therefore be a paid holiday as per Clause 10 of the NBCRFLI’s Main Collective Agreement.
  • The NBCRFLI (Council) has opened accounts with the four major banking institutions in South Africa in order to overcome the challenge of delayed transfers across banks as well as to ensure that all income received is easily allocated. You are therefore requested to deposit all future payments into the Council’s account which is held at the same banking institution as yours.
  • Please be advised that effective from 28 February 2011 the following minimum weekly wage in grade 3 (vehicle guards in the CIT Sector) and grades 4 and 5 will be applicable.
  • Please take note that Council offices will be closed from 20 December 2010 and open on 3 January 2011. A skeleton staff will be available from 20 to 23 December 2010 for Funds Please contact the following number to address your queries: 011 703 7000.
  • In 2007, Council resolved that the Main Collective Agreement be re-drafted to simplify it and to align with current labour legislation.
  • Please be advised that effective from 31 December 2010 the following minimum weekly rate wage in Grades 4 and 5 will be applicable.
  • Notice is hereby given that the Council will be implementing Rule 14 of the Disputes Resolution Rules, in the Johannesburg and Cape Town areas for a trial period of 4 months, commencing 1 November 2010 to 28 February 2011.
  • This is a notification to all road freight industry employers and their respective employees that the NBCRFI 2010 yearend payout preparations are currently underway. These relate to holiday bonuses and where applicable, leave pay and sick bonuses as well.
  • Please be advised that Council is in the process of revamping its information technology system. It is envisaged that the current system will be replaced by a new one within the next few months.
  • On 16 February 2010 the Exemptions Body granted an exemption in terms of which employers in the Furniture Removal Sector were to pay 1% less on minimums and across the board wages for the period 1 March 2010 to 28 February 2011.
  • Please be advised that the Minister of Labour has approved and published amendments to Clauses 7 and 57 of the Main Collective Agreement in Government Gazette No. 33242 of 4 June 2010. These amendments are effective as from 14 June 2010.
  • 04 Jun 2010
    Please be advised that the Department of Home Affairs notified Council that their Border Control Immigration Officers will, as from 1 July 2010, not permit the entry of any foreign truck drivers and staff members on the truck (whether or not the truck is registered in respect of a South African company or the staff employed by a South African company) if the employees do not have work permits for South Africa.
  • This is a reminder that you are required to complete and submit to Council form EBU 49 on a monthly basis together with your regular monthly returns.
  • Please be advised that as from 1 March 2010 to 28 February 2011 the minimum weekly rate at which wages in respect of ordinary hours of work shall be paid by employers to their employees who are employed in the Furniture Removal Sector, in the grades mentioned hereunder, shall be as follows.
  • 25 Feb 2010
    Please be advised that as from 1 March 2010 to 28 February 2011 the minimum weekly rate at which wages in respect of ordinary working hours shall be paid by an employer to his employees who are employed in the under mentioned grades, shall be as follows.
  • Attached please find a schedule to be completed on behalf of employees who are due to take annual leave in December 2009/ January 2010 and/or are eligible for year-end payments. This schedule is relevant for holiday pay bonuses and, where applicable, leave pay and sick bonus.
  • Employers are informed that from 03 August 2009 the reference used when making deposits/electronic fund transfers (EFT) into Council’s bank account will change. Council makes use of the reference number to correctly allocate payments that have been made by members of the industry. Without the correct referencing monies received remain unallocated.
  • Clause 54 of the Main Collective Agreement stipulates that monthly returns (along with the related proof of payment) are to be submitted to Council by the 20th day of each month – that is, in respect of the previous month. This allows for the returns to be processed in a timely and efficient manner within Council.
  • Following a notification issued by NBCRFI earlier this month, employers are reminded that Council offices will no longer be accepting cheques (via post or hand delivery) effective 01 April 2009.
  • Employers are informed that from 01 April 2009 we will not be accepting cheques as a method of payment via the post or at any of our NBCRFI offices. This is in an attempt to reduce the risk of fraud generally associated with cheques. Moving forward, Council is gradually phasing out the manual processing of returns and employers are encouraged to convert to electronic returns submissions as soon as possible.
  • Members of the road freight industry are hereby reminded that the onus lies with respective employers to make PAYE deductions in terms of the applicable tax legislation. This applies to all contributions paid to the Council and its respective funds as such funds contributions constitute remuneration as defined in terms of paragraph 2 of the Fourth Schedule of the Income Tax Act, 1962.
  • On 22 December 2008 the Minister of Labour promulgated the Agency Shop Collective Agreement for the road freight industry. This agreement requires road freight industry employers and employees who benefit from collective bargaining contribute towards the cost thereof.
  • Due to the cholera outbreak that has affected Limpopo Province, the National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight Industry (NBCRFI) is providing support to the drivers by sending two of our mobile units to the area.

    These units are ordinarily used as part of our Trucking Wellness programme, providing primary healthcare and voluntary testing and counselling.
  • Attached please find a schedule to be completed on behalf of employees who are due to take annual leave in December 2008/January 2009 and/or are eligible for year-end payments.
  • Effective from 25 April 2008, the Industry's Provident Fund has been registered under the auspices of the Financial Services Board (FSB) and is now regulated by the Pensions Fund Amendment Act (PFA).
  • The first two-year Wage Agreement expires on 28 February 2009. The next cycle of wage negotiations between road freight industry employers and employees is set to commence in July 2008.
  • Members of the road freight industry are by now familiar with the Wellness Fund clause that was added to the Main Collective Agreement in 2007. Since then an additional levy has been collected, as stipulated in the Agreement, the contributions of which are to establish a fund that support the rollout of anti-retroviral treatment for HIV/Aids sufferers within our industry.
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