Global labour market trends for Q2 2026 reveal a shift towards Employer of Record (EoR), contingent staffing, and workforce planning solutions. As organisations adopt more flexible and cross-border workforce models, HR and business leaders must modernise governance, strengthen compliance, and integrate workforce strategies. Companies that align people, policies, and leadership with evolving workforce trends will improve resilience, reduce compliance risks, and gain a competit

The Constitutional Court’s Van Wyk judgment has transformed parental leave in South Africa, requiring employers to review leave policies, HR processes, and payroll systems. The new interim framework provides more equitable parental leave rights for biological, adoptive, and commissioning parents while reducing discrimination risks. Employers should act now to ensure compliance with the BCEA, strengthen workforce planning, and prepare for future legislative amendments.