What is Maternity Leave In South Africa?
In South Africa, employees have a statutory entitlement to four consecutive months of unpaid Maternity leave.
The four months’ Maternity leave is compulsory for the birth mother, and can only be reduced if a doctor certifies that the employee may return to work earlier.
Do you get paid while on maternity leave in South Africa?
If you have been contributing to UIF, you are eligible for a maternity benefit of up to a maximum amount of 60% of
your remuneration (the lowest amount of replacement income is 38%) depending on the level of your income. Benefits are paid for a maximum duration of 17.32 weeks (121 days).
How do I calculate my maternity pay in South Africa?
These benefits are paid under the Unemployment Insurance Act. A worker, contributing to UIF, is eligible for a maternity benefit of
38% to 60% of average earnings in the last six months, depending on the insured person’s level of income. Maternity benefit is paid for a total of 17.32 weeks.
How do I write a maternity leave notice letter?
Dear [Manager’s name], This letter is to inform you that I plan to take maternity leave. My due date is [date] and
I plan to continue working until [date or suggest working from home until your due date or delivery]. I plan to take [number] weeks of maternity leave.