The Social Security Organisation (Socso) has urged e-hailing and gig economy platform providers to urgently integrate their systems and submit worker data under the Gig Workers Act 2025 (Act 872), warning that delays could trigger stricter enforcement action.
In a statement, Socso highlighted that only about 2% of an estimated 1.2 million gig workers have been onboarded so far, despite its digital infrastructure being fully ready for implementation.
The organisation stressed that compliance is not just a regulatory formality but essential to ensure continuous social protection for workers who rely on gig income.
“Gig workers are constantly exposed to risks while earning a living. Any delay in system integration could affect income continuity in the event of work-related incidents,” it said.
Socso acknowledged concerns raised by the Malaysian E-hailing Coalition over compliance requirements but said it is prepared to step up enforcement if platforms fail to meet obligations.
It emphasised that social security coverage is a fundamental safeguard for workers and a key pillar supporting the sustainability of the gig economy.
“Social security protection is not merely a legal obligation, but a responsibility to safeguard the welfare of workers who contribute to the nation’s economy,” the organisation added.
