Swearing at a boss may feel impulsive, but in South African labour law, emotional outbursts seldom excuse misconduct. The Labour Relations Act recognises verbal abuse toward senior leaders as gross misconduct and insubordination. Dismissal can be fair if trust breaks down and procedures are followed. While stress or provocation may mitigate, the law prioritises respect, discipline, and procedural fairness over emotional impulse.

Mental health in South African workplaces demands urgent attention. Post-COVID, anxiety, burnout, and depression have surged. Employers must move beyond compliance with the OHSA, EEA, BCEA, and COIDA to create safe, compassionate environments. From men’s mental health awareness to practical actions like EAPs, flexible work, and empathetic leadership, it’s time to normalise help-seeking and make mental wellbeing a daily workplace priority.

AI is transforming how South African organisations measure B-BBEE SED. Beyond spreadsheets, it enables automated beneficiary checks, impact scoring, NLP insights, forecasting, and real-time dashboards. The result is credible, audit-ready reporting that proves meaningful spend and guides higher-impact projects. AI turns SED from a tick-box task into a data-driven, strategic pillar that amplifies human outcomes and measurable, sustainable change.

LAC upholds 2015 restraint of trade: Jones v Compendium confirms enforceability where no clear novation exists, safeguarding employer interests.

Fair grievance systems boost retention, trust & compliance. Build clear, timely processes to prevent CCMA disputes & protect culture.

Protect your brand: SA employers need clear social media policies, training & compliance to manage risks in today’s digital workplace.

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

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?

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.

Dismissal upheld: Employee involved in illegal money-lending at work loses review bid despite claiming it was a stokvel under the NCA.