Proposed Bargaining Council Restructure for the Hospitality Sector
A major restructuring is underway in the labour landscape of South Africa’s food service industry. A proposed amalgamated bargaining - READ MORE
Zero Tolerance: When One Safety Breach Justifies Dismissal
Safety breach dismissal is a critical issue in South Africa’s industrial sector, where high-risk environments make safety non-negotiable. Strict - READ MORE
Dismissal for Negligence – An Appropriate Sanction for a First Offence?
Dismissal for negligence in South Africa must be approached within the framework of corrective and progressive discipline, a principle - READ MORE
Discipline on Trial: Why Cross-Examination Matters
In the realm of South African labour law, procedural fairness is not merely a formality — it is a - READ MORE
Probation Reviews vs Performance Reviews: Know the Legal Line
Probation Reviews vs Performance Reviews are often misunderstood in South Africa’s complex labour landscape. Understanding the distinction between a - 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
Age Discrimination in the Workplace
South Africa’s labour market is shaped by a diverse and dynamic workforce. While significant strides have been made in - 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
Immigration Enforcement: Employer Liability in South Africa
The evolving political landscape surrounding foreign nationals in South Africa has led to notable shifts in how employers are - 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