Benefit Fund Contributions Now Subject to Dual Enforcement
On 13 January 2026, the Minister of Employment and Labour issued a notice withdrawing a long-standing 2003 exemption, fundamentally - READ MORE
Can a Company Use Employees in Any Capacity It Wishes?
In South Africa, employment relationships are governed by contracts of employment, the Labour Relations Act (LRA), any applicable collective - READ MORE
Harassment Claims: What Employers Can Do When Evidence Falls Short
Sexual harassment allegations place employers in a difficult position. On one hand, there is a legal and moral duty - READ MORE
Injuries on Duty: What Businesses Need to Know
Workplace injuries present a significant compliance risk for South African employers. While many businesses are aware that injuries must - READ MORE
COIDA Workplace Injuries: Coverage While Leaving the Workplace
The scope of compensable workplace injuries under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act 130 of 1993 (“COIDA”) - READ MORE
The Role of Consistency in Disciplinary Sanctions
Consistency in the application of workplace discipline is a fundamental requirement of substantive fairness under South African labour law. - READ MORE
Off the Clock, But Not Off the Radar – How Employers Should Manage Off-Duty Conduct
A common misconception in the workplace is that what an employee does outside of working hours is entirely irrelevant - READ MORE
Why Employees Underperform: The Role of Training in PWP Cases
Poor work performance (PWP) is a frequent challenge in the workplace, yet many employers misunderstand how it should be - READ MORE
Immigration Compliance for Employers: Verifying Employees’ Right to Work in South Africa
A single lost file, an expired permit, or a forged visa can expose any organisation, regardless of sector or - READ MORE
Double Jeopardy Leads to Double Trouble: Revisiting Discipline and the Limits of Double Jeopardy
In South African employment law, the principle of double jeopardy, i.e. whether an employee may be disciplined twice for - READ MORE
Combating Harassment in the Workplace
Harassment in the workplace, particularly of a sexual nature, refers to unwelcome conduct—whether verbal, non-verbal, or physical—that violates an - READ MORE
New Employment Equity Regulations
The Minister of Employment and Labour, after repealing the Employment Equity Regulations, 2014 in accordance with Section 55(1) of - READ MORE
Not Drunk, Just Energised – Breathalyser Results Alone May Not Always Be Sufficient to Justify Dismissal
Breathalyser dismissal cases often arise from unexpected workplace scenarios, particularly in high-pressure roles. The workplace can be a stressful - READ MORE
Defamation by Ex-Employees – Key Lessons for Employers
Defamation by ex-employees is an increasing concern in South Africa’s evolving labour landscape. The line between freedom of expression - READ MORE
Sick Leave and Sincerity: Why Honesty Matters During Sick Leave
In South Africa, sick leave is one of the fundamental employee rights protected by the Basic Conditions of Employment - READ MORE