The Department of Employment and Labour (DEL) in South Africa focuses on regulating the country's labour market for a sustainable economy, ensuring human rights protection, and promoting social dialogue and equity. With an aim to reduce unemployment, poverty, and workplace inequality, the DEL develops policies and programs in association with social partners to create employment and enhance economic efficiency. The DEL's oversight extends to various entities including the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration, and the Unemployment Insurance Fund.