Leana van der Merwe, Technical Manager, Chartered Institute for Business Accountants (CIBA) Leana van der Merwe, Technical Manager, Chartered Institute for Business Accountants (CIBA)

New BCEA Earnings Threshold 2026: What It Means for Overtime Pay

South Africa’s BCEA earnings threshold increased to R269,600.90 a year from 1 May 2026. This article explains what the new threshold means for overtime pay, Sunday pay and other employee protections. It also explains what employers, accountants and bookkeepers should check to make sure payroll is correct.

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