Labour Department Mobilises Services in Kanana, Klerksdorp and Orkney

Karen Scheepers
Aug 5
2 min read

In the run-up to the National Day Against Child Labour, the Department of Employment and Labour will deploy its mobile offices to three Matlosana communities, bringing vital labour-market support directly to residents. From Tuesday, 5 August through Thursday, 7 August, departmental teams will be on-site at Kanana Extension 13, the City of Matlosana Hall and the Orkney Library to assist with claims, registrations and enforcement inquiries, no appointment required.

Services on Offer

Residents visiting the mobile offices can:

File or track Compensation Fund (CF) claims for work-related injuries and occupational illnesses.
Register with and claim Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) benefits, including maternity, illness and unemployment payouts.
Report non-compliant employers or unsafe workplace conditions via Inspection and Enforcement Services (IES).
Access Public Employment Services such as vacancy registrations, CV-writing workshops and referrals to vocational training.

Those attending should bring their Identity Document (ID) or valid passport, a completed UI-19 form, a salary schedule (if applicable) and a curriculum vitae to expedite processing.

Event Schedule

Date	Venue	Time
5 August 2025	Kanana Township, Extension 13 Municipal Offices	08:30 – 15:00
6 August 2025	City of Matlosana Hall	08:30 – 15:00
7 August 2025	Orkney Library	08:30 – 15:00

For further enquiries, residents may call 082 497 7438 or 082 523 9489.

Conclusion

By taking these services into Kanana, Klerksdorp and Orkney, the Department of Employment and Labour aims to reduce travel burdens and processing delays for claimants and jobseekers alike. Community members are encouraged to arrive early, bring the required documentation, and share this information with neighbours to ensure as many people as possible benefit from the free, walk-in support.

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