Employers in South Africa operate within a comprehensive legal structure aimed at safeguarding employee rights and promoting fair labour practices. It is crucial for businesses to understand and adhere to […]
Understanding and Complying with South African Labour Legislation Read More »
While the majority of the cases referred to the CCMA concern allegations of unfair dismissal, there are numerous other disputes that can be referred to the CCMA, including that of
Disputes at the CCMA: Unfair Dismissal VS Unfair Labour Practice Read More »
The terms and conditions of employment described in a contract of employment usually include a myriad of items such as: the type of work expected to be performed by the employee, the place and
Do Employers Need Employee Consent to Change Employment Terms? Read More »
Employees who earn above the earnings threshold, which is determined by the Minister of Employment and Labour under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), do not enjoy the same
How Does the Earnings Threshold Impact Employers? Read More »
Progressive discipline, which is also sometimes referred to as corrective discipline, is a strategy used to address and to correct employee behavioural or performance issues. Unlike punitive measures which solely
Effectively Managing Employees through Progressive Discipline Read More »
The very purpose of the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (‘CCMA’) is expeditious resolution in order to equitably serve those most vulnerable within society, to afford those persons whose
Power of CCMA Commissioners to dismiss matters due to lack of diligent prosecution. Read More »
Employers with multiple operations or businesses are no strangers to the unique economic and operational obstacles of the business landscape in South Africa. Even when employers have exhausted all the
Theft in the workplace is a serious form of misconduct that places significant strain on a business’s profitability and sustainability. To effectively address this problem, employers need a comprehensive strategy
How Employers Should Respond to Workplace Theft Read More »
Provocation is one of the key defences for charges of assault or fighting on duty in the workplace. In our employment law context, provocation as a defence potentially affects the
Provocation as a Justification in the Workplace Read More »
Employee abscondments in the workplace presents a significant challenge for employers, impacting operational efficiency and team morale. This issue not only disrupts business operations but also complicates the process of
Terminating Employees for Abscondment Read More »
