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
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
The Importance of Proper Reasons in Arbitration Awards: Guidance from the Labour Court
Fairness in labour dispute resolution relies not only on the correct application of the law, but also on the - READ MORE
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Labour Law in South Africa – The Risks and Challenges
Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) is playing an increasingly prominent role in the legal landscape, including labour law in South Africa. - 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
Minister Extends MIBCO Main and Administrative Collective Agreements to Non-Parties
In a decisive regulatory move, the Minister of Employment and Labour has formally extended the Main and Administrative Collective - 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
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
Impact of POPI and RICA on Labour Law
Introduction In terms of section 14(d) of the Constitution, everyone has the right to privacy and not to have - READ MORE
Draft Code on Dismissals & Labour Law Amendments – What Employers Need to Know
Draft Code on Dismissals and Labour Law Amendments has been highlighted in a recent media statement by the Department - READ MORE
Navigating the Contractual Landscape: Limited Duration Contracts vs Permanent Contracts
South African employers are increasingly recognising the importance of understanding the distinctions between limited duration and permanent employment contracts. - READ MORE
Incapacity due to Ill Health – Assessing the Extent of the Employer’s Duty to Accommodate an Employee
Incapacity due to ill health is a sensitive issue in the workplace that requires careful navigation. South African labour - READ MORE
The Use of International Doctor Notes in the South African Workplace
International Doctor Notes in the South African Workplace have become increasingly relevant as employees frequently travel abroad for personal - READ MORE