Navigating Relationships in the Workplace
Introduction Employees spend a large portion of their waking hours at work, leading to the development of personal relationships, - READ MORE
Dismissal for Sleeping Whilst on Duty
In fast-paced work environments across South Africa, the concept of sleeping whilst on duty has become increasingly relevant. From - READ MORE
New Draft Code of Good Practice Published for Public Comment – Key Changes Employers Need to Know
The recent publication of the Draft Code of Good Practice on Dismissal by the Department of Employment and Labour - READ MORE
Building a Committed and Thriving Workforce
Managing and retaining a diverse public sector workforce presents a complex challenge that requires a coordinated and comprehensive approach - READ MORE
Assault and Attempted Assault in the Workplace
Assault and attempted assault in the workplace are serious issues that plague many working environments in South Africa. Given - READ MORE
Understanding and Complying with South African Labour Legislation
Understanding and complying with South African labour legislation is essential for employers operating in the country’s highly regulated environment. - READ MORE
Do Employers Need Employee Consent to Change Employment Terms?
Employee Consent to Change Employment Terms is a critical legal consideration when altering workplace agreements. A contract of employment - READ MORE
Effectively Managing Employees through Progressive Discipline
Progressive discipline in the workplace, which is also sometimes referred to as corrective discipline, is a strategy used to - READ MORE
Power of CCMA Commissioners to Dismiss Matters Due to Lack of Diligent Prosecution
CCMA Dismissal for Lack of Prosecution highlights the critical need for diligent case progression within the dispute resolution process. - READ MORE
Navigating Retrenchments: Key Lessons on the Viability of ‘Bumping’ from Recent Labour Court Ruling
Retrenchments and bumping are increasingly relevant for employers with multiple operations or business units in South Africa’s challenging economic - READ MORE
How Employers Should Respond to Workplace Theft
Workplace theft is a serious form of misconduct that places significant strain on a business's profitability and sustainability. To - READ MORE
Provocation as a Justification in the Workplace
Workplace Provocation Defence is one of the key justifications raised in cases involving assault or fighting on duty in - READ MORE
Terminating Employees for Abscondment
Terminating employees for abscondment presents a significant challenge for employers, as abscondments disrupt operational efficiency and impact team morale. - READ MORE
Written Particulars of Employment and Contracts of Employment
Written Particulars of Employment are often underestimated by employers, who may believe that verbal agreements are sufficient. However, in - READ MORE
Cannabis for Private Purposes Act: What Employers Need to Know
Cannabis in the workplace has become a growing concern for employers following the signing of the Cannabis for Private - READ MORE