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Landmark Judgment: Constitutional Court Confirms Equal Parental Leave for All Parents
The Constitutional Court’s landmark ruling in Van Wyk and Others v Minister of Employment and Labour transforms parental leave in South Africa. Declaring sections of the BCEA and UIF Act unconstitutional for discriminating against fathers, adoptive, and commissioning parents, the Court ordered immediate interim relief: any two parents can now share four months’ leave. Employers must urgently update policies, payroll, and contracts to ensure compliance and avoid unfair discrim

John Botha
1 day ago4 min read
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Labour Appeal Court Upholds Restraint Agreement Against Former CEO
LAC upholds 2015 restraint of trade: Jones v Compendium confirms enforceability where no clear novation exists, safeguarding employer interests.

Jonathan Goldberg
3 days ago3 min read
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Navigating the Legal Landscape: Building a Comprehensive Resourcing Policy in South Africa's Evolving Employment Framework
Build a compliant, future-ready resourcing policy in SA—align EE, POPIA, fair pay, and recruitment best practices to support business and transformation.

John Botha
4 days ago6 min read
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Workplace Grievances – Building Fair Processes
Fair grievance systems boost retention, trust & compliance. Build clear, timely processes to prevent CCMA disputes & protect culture.

Grant Wilkinson
5 days ago2 min read
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Navigating Social Media in the Workplace: Legal Clarity for a Connected Era
Protect your brand: SA employers need clear social media policies, training & compliance to manage risks in today’s digital workplace.

GBS
Sep 252 min read
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Human-in-the-Loop AI: Safeguarding Sensitive Decisions in South African Workplaces
Human-in-the-Loop AI safeguards fairness in SA workplaces—ensuring ethical recruitment, EE compliance, and dignity in sensitive decisions.

Cindie Muller
Sep 242 min read
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Solidarity v Minister of Employment and Labour (J661/23): Contempt Proceedings and the Implementation of Affirmative Action Settlement Agreements
Solidarity v Minister tests affirmative action compliance. Outcome may reshape SA’s Employment Equity Regulations and employer obligations.

John Botha
Sep 233 min read
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