top of page


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

Jonathan Goldberg
Sep 183 min read
Â


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

John Botha
Sep 173 min read
Â


Master Employment Equity Reporting: Avoid Penalties with Accurate EEA2 & EEA4 Submissions
Master EE compliance: submit accurate EEA2 & EEA4 reports by 15 Jan 2026. Avoid penalties—join our accredited training on 7 Oct 2025.

GBS
Sep 163 min read
Â


AUTOMATICALLY UNFAIR DISMISSAL – RETIREMENT AGE
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

Jonathan Goldberg
Sep 113 min read
Â


Effective Strike Management: Practical Strategies to Protect Your Business
Navigate strikes legally and strategically in SA: manage risks, ensure compliance, and protect business continuity with effective strike management.

GBS
Sep 92 min read
Â


The Cost of False Qualifications: New Legislative Measures to Combat Academic Fraud in the Workplace
SA's new laws target qualification fraud—employers must verify credentials or face legal and financial penalties. Are you prepared?

John Botha
Aug 63 min read
Â


Why 35% of Your Best Candidates Won't Apply (And How to Change That)
35% of top talent won't apply to your company—because of gender barriers you haven’t addressed. Here’s how to fix it, fast.

Natalie Singer
Aug 54 min read
Â


Employment Law Alert: Key Lessons from the Constitutional Court's Mavundla v Gotcha Security Judgment
Reinstatement delays cost millions. Learn what the Mavundla ruling means for employers failing to comply with CCMA and court orders.

Grant Wilkinson
Jul 303 min read
Â


The Hidden Legal Time Bomb in Your Company's Digital Communications
Emoji misuse at work is a growing legal risk in South Africa—avoid fines, lawsuits, and reputational damage with a solid emoji policy.

John Botha
Jul 293 min read
Â


Immigration: SA’s Balancing Act
SA’s new labour migration policy aims to balance local employment with access to critical skills for growth and global competitiveness.

Natalie Singer
Jul 163 min read
Â


When Following Orders Becomes a Firing Offense: A Critical Examination of Workplace Power Dynamics and Legal Fairness
A recent court case questions if employees should be fired for obeying unlawful orders. Are power dynamics in the workplace fairly judged?

John Botha
Jul 153 min read
Â


Restraints of Trade in South Africa: What HR Leaders Need to Know in 2025
Understand how to craft and enforce restraint of trade clauses in South Africa to protect your business while staying compliant in 2025.

Anndine Dippenaar
Jul 94 min read
Â


When Teams Collide: Understanding and Addressing Incompatibility in the Workplace
Explore key causes and signs of team incompatibility—and how to address it to boost collaboration, retention, and workplace harmony.

John Botha
Jul 82 min read
Â


NAVIGATING OVERTIME COMPLIANCE: Key Legal Requirements and Statutory Provisions
Learn how SA labour law governs overtime—key case law, compliance tips, and practical steps to avoid legal risks and payroll disputes.

John Botha
Jul 34 min read
Â


Equal Pay for Equal Work
LAC overturns ruling in PRASA v Hoyo, clarifying equal pay claims under the EEA and highlighting limits of comparator evidence.

Jonathan Goldberg
Jun 252 min read
Â


COIDA Assessment Thresholds Rise for 2025/2026: What Employers Need to Know
COIDA thresholds rise for 2025/2026—employers must update payroll and ROE submissions to reflect new earnings caps and minimum assessments.

John Botha
May 132 min read
Â


Dismissal – Security Procedure Breach and the Balance of Probabilities
Dismissal upheld after mineworker breached security policy; CCTV footage confirmed misconduct and justified termination.

Jonathan Goldberg
May 72 min read
Â


ETI Lives On: As a boost to Youth Employment
South Africa extends Employment Tax Incentive, enhancing youth employment and offering businesses increased tax benefits.

John Botha
Mar 192 min read
Â


Minimum Wage Compliance Alert: Employers Must Reassess Payment Structures
South African employers must reassess payment structures after the Labour Appeal Court's ruling on minimum wage calculations.

John Botha
Feb 242 min read
Â


Minimum Wage Amendments 2025: Striving for Balance in South Africa’s Labour Market
South Africa's 2025 minimum wage rises to R28.79/hr on March 1, aiming for equity but posing challenges for businesses.

John Botha
Feb 54 min read
Â
Latest News
bottom of page