A significant ruling, delivered on 29 August 2024, in the matter of UMICORE CATALYST SOUTH AFRICA (PTY) LTD V NUMSA AND OTHERS (PA3/23)...

Master EE compliance: submit accurate EEA2 & EEA4 reports by 15 Jan 2026. Avoid penalties—join our accredited training on 7 Oct 2025.

Workplace romances aren’t banned in SA law, but fair policies on disclosure, conflicts, and conduct are vital for trust and compliance.

The Constitutional Court has clarified whether dismissal after retirement age is automatically unfair under the Labour Relations Act. In MISA v Great South Autobody CC [2024] ZACC 29, the Court split on whether dismissal months after the agreed retirement age amounts to unfair age discrimination. While some judges argued that delay could waive the employer’s right, the majority held that section 187(2)(b) allows dismissal at any time after the agreed retirement age, provided

Effective employment equity (EE) is essential for inclusive workplaces and legal compliance in South Africa. The Employment Equity Act distinguishes between designated employers (50+1) with full obligations, and non-designated employers (50-1) with lighter requirements. From EE committees and annual reporting to fair discrimination rules and certificates of compliance, knowing these differences ensures businesses stay compliant while building equitable, competitive workplaces

Navigate strikes legally and strategically in SA: manage risks, ensure compliance, and protect business continuity with effective strike management.

SA’s new Code of Good Practice on Dismissal modernises workplace discipline—flexible, fair, and future-proof for employers and employees.

Employment Equity in SA is no longer just compliance—it’s a competitive advantage driving transformation, growth, and inclusive workplaces.

Post-cannabis era: SA employers must adopt evidence-based, role-specific workplace substance policies to stay compliant and reduce legal risks.

Women SDFs are reshaping SA workplaces, driving skills, equity, and innovation to build inclusive, future-ready organisations.

Language bias labels women “bossy” not leaders. SA workplaces must shift words, audits, and training to empower women’s leadership.

Women in South Africa’s lobbying and advisory roles are shaping inclusive policies, driving growth, and strengthening democratic governance.

Professional growth is no longer linear. In today’s fast-changing workplace, experience must merge with innovation. Younger colleagues bring fresh perspectives, digital fluency, and adaptability, while seasoned professionals offer wisdom, context, and stability. By embracing cross-generational learning, reverse mentoring, and continuous growth, leaders can turn uncertainty into opportunity. This Women’s Day, let’s redefine expertise as humility, openness, and collaboration ac

Resilience and reinvention define a journey of purpose, courage, and transformation. From voluntary retrenchment to entrepreneurship, academic setbacks, and personal trials, each challenge became a stepping stone toward growth. Completing an LLB degree in 2024 and joining Global Business Solutions in 2025 reflect perseverance and purpose-driven reinvention. This Women’s Month, we honour the resilience of women whose stories of strength, adaptation, and community inspire futur

South Africa faces its worst unemployment crisis in a decade, with Q2 2025 stats revealing a 33.2% official jobless rate and 42.9% expanded unemployment. Over 8.4 million citizens remain without work, and long-term unemployment now affects 76.6%. Regional disparities, sectoral job losses, and skills mismatches demand urgent action from employers, government, and unions. Collaboration, skills training, and region-specific strategies are essential to address this deepening labo

Reclaim "know your place"—women belong in leadership, driving change and shaping the future across boardrooms, politics, and beyond.

From boardrooms to break rooms, women thrive when they support each other—because empowered women empower women.

Despite negotiating more, South African women still earn 22% less than men—revealing deep systemic and cultural barriers to pay equity.

Women leaders in SA are transforming workplaces—learn how to lead authentically, navigate bias, and create inclusive, resilient teams.

SA's new laws target qualification fraud—employers must verify credentials or face legal and financial penalties. Are you prepared?