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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