Record Keeping and Communication in Managing Incapacity vs Misconduct
Effective employee management relies on two key practices: accurate record keeping and clear communication. These tools are essential for - READ MORE
Beyond Automation: The Human-Centric Mandate of HR in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) is not a distant future - it's here, reshaping industries, economies, and societies. In - READ MORE
Section 73A Claims: How to Recover Unpaid Wages in South Africa
In South Africa, employees are legally entitled to receive payment for the work they do, whether it’s a wage, - READ MORE
Workplace Transformation After Employment Equity Amendments
The amendments to the Employment Equity Act (EEA) have officially come into effect, marking a turning point for workplace - READ MORE
Zep and Lep Validity Extended Until 28 May 2027 – Relief for Employers and Permit Holders
On 7 October 2025, the Minister of Home Affairs issued Immigration Directives No. 20 and 21 of 2025, formally - READ MORE
Working Without a Written Employment Contract: The Risks for Employers
In South Africa, the foundation of any employer-employee relationship is the employment contract. While informal arrangements, such as oral - READ MORE
Parental Leave South Africa: New Rules After Court Ruling
On 3 October 2025, the Constitutional Court handed down a landmark judgment in Van Wyk and Others v Minister - READ MORE
From Resignation to Litigation: The Risks of Constructive Dismissal
Employers today are increasingly facing constructive dismissal claims, i.e. cases where employees resign but argue that their working conditions - READ MORE
Navigating Polygraph Testing in the Workplace
Polygraph tests, commonly known as lie detector tests, measure physiological responses such as heart rate, blood pressure, respiration, and - READ MORE
Unpacking the New Code of Good Practice: Dismissal – Incapacity, Incompatibility, and Operational Requirements
As the workplace continues to evolve, so too must the legal framework that governs fair termination of employment. The - READ MORE
Timely Disciplinary Hearings in South Africa: Why Prompt Action Matters in Misconduct Cases
Within the South African labour law framework, employers are legally and ethically obligated to act without delay when dealing - READ MORE
Unpacking the New Code of Good Practice: Dismissal and Probation
The Code of Good Practice: Dismissal was issued under Schedule 8 of the Labour Relations Act (LRA) and served - READ MORE
Reinstatement Orders: Essential Guidance for Employers
Disciplinary disputes are an inevitable aspect of managing a modern workforce. When employees challenge disciplinary outcomes, arbitration may result - READ MORE
Official Publication of the 2025 Code of Good Practice: Dismissal
South Africa’s employment law landscape has officially shifted. On 4 September 2025, the Minister of Employment and Labour published - READ MORE
Protected Disclosures and Disciplinary Hearings: Lessons from Recent Case Law
Navigating allegations of misconduct in the workplace becomes significantly more complex when an employee claims to have made a - READ MORE