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.

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