The following private companies must compile a PAIA manual if they employ over 50
employees in the following industries or have an annual turnover which is greater than the
listed amount:
Industry
Annual Turnover
Agriculture
R2 million
Mining and Quarrying
R7 million
Manufacturing
R10 million
Electricity, Gas and Water
R10 million
Construction
R5 million
Retail and Motor Trade and Repair Services
R15 million
Wholesale Trade, Commercial Agents and
Allied Services
R25 million
Catering Accommodation and Other Trade
R5 million
Storage and Communications
R10 million
Finance and Business Services
R10 million
Community, Special and Personal Services
R5 million
The Minister also stated that all companies which are not defined as ‘private
companies’ under section 1 of the Companies Act 71 of 2008 are required to compile a
Section 51 manual.
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