Mid-Year Labour Law Update

The Mid-Year Labour Law Update 2026 (#MLLU2026) is one of South Africa’s most practical and relevant labour law events for employers, HR professionals, employee relations practitioners, legal advisors, line managers and business leaders who need to stay ahead of workplace change. As labour legislation, case law and compliance obligations continue to evolve, #MLLU2026 brings together the most important labour law developments shaping the second half of 2026 and beyond.

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Designed as a high-impact South African labour law update seminar, #MLLU2026 unpacks the latest precedent-setting judgments from the Labour Court, Labour Appeal Court and Constitutional Court, while also giving delegates a clear view of the statutory and policy changes that are already influencing workplace decision-making. This includes major developments linked to NEDLAC proposed amendments to the LRA, BCEA, EEA and NMW Act, as well as the practical implications of the Code of Good Practice on Dismissals, risk management, compliance, workplace transformation and policy design.

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A key focus of this year’s event is helping organisations understand how labour law is being reshaped by a fast-changing business environment. #MLLU2026 covers pressing issues such as AI in the workplace, digital transformation and employment law, foreign nationals in the workforce, employment equity developments, COIDA-related updates, skills development, and the broader labour law pipeline for 2026. For companies that want to protect themselves, stay compliant and make better people decisions, this event offers valuable insight that is both strategic and immediately applicable.

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The event is led by Jonathan Goldberg, Chairman of Global Business Solutions and one of South Africa’s most recognised labour law experts, together with the expert GBS team. Delegates can expect a practical, business-focused interpretation of complex developments, not just theory. #MLLU2026 is built to help attendees understand what the law is saying, what recent judgements mean in practice, and how policies, procedures and workplace strategies may need to change in response.

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Attendees also receive exceptional value beyond the seminar itself. Participants will gain access to comprehensive presentation slides, essential learning points from the cases discussed, and a curated compilation of over 200 labour law cases, with approximately 40 of the most significant cases unpacked during the event. With 6 CPD points, multiple live city sessions, and virtual attendance options, #MLLU2026 is structured to make high-level labour law learning more accessible for teams across South Africa.

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Whether you are reviewing disciplinary procedures, strengthening compliance, updating employment policies, managing employee relations risk or planning for upcoming labour law changes, #MLLU2026 gives you the insight, legal context and practical guidance needed to move forward with confidence. If you are searching for a trusted labour law conference in South Africa, a current employment law update seminar, or a practical HR compliance event for 2026, this is the event to attend.

 

Why Attend MLLU 2026?

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• To ensure your policies and processes remain aligned with current case law;

• To anticipate regulatory changes expected in the coming six months;

• To prepare leadership for emerging risks affecting labour relations and cost structures;

• To strengthen your organisation’s readiness ahead of ALLU at year-end;

• To receive structured, practical guidance rather than theory;

• To benchmark your internal labour relations practices against fast-moving legal expectations.

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Whether you are updating policies, advising leadership, managing cases, or ensuring organisational compliance, MLLU 2026 gives you the clarity, context, and confidence to navigate the rapidly shifting labour environment.

 

Presented by Global Business Solutions (GBS) – Your Partner in Strategic HR Compliance.

 

All sessions can also be delivered as customised in-house workshops, virtually or on-site.
All conferences and workshops are subject to minimum delegate numbers.

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GBS is:

• Qualifying Small Enterprise

• Level 2 B-BBEE Contributor

• 53% Black Owned

• More than 51% Black Women-Owned