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Can an employer refuse to appoint a candidate to meet Employment Equity targets? This article examines the Labour Appeal Court's decision in Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd v Solidarity obo Erasmus, explaining why Eskom's affirmative action measures and pipeline strategy were upheld, how lawful affirmative action differs from unfair discrimination, and what the judgment means for employers implementing Employment Equity plans.

Does a CCMA settlement agreement prevent an employee from pursuing further legal claims? This article examines the Labour Appeal Court's decision in Moropene v Competition Commission of South Africa, explaining when a settlement is considered full and final, how courts interpret settlement agreements, and what employers and employees should know before resolving dismissal disputes.

Can an employee be dismissed for insulting colleagues? This article examines the Labour Appeal Court's decision in Arunachellam v Woolworths, where a 28-year employee was reinstated because dismissal was found to be a disproportionate sanction. Learn what the judgment means for progressive discipline, long service, disciplinary codes, and unfair dismissal cases in South Africa.