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FORFEITURE OF ANNUAL LEAVE:
“As a Matter of Law”?
Can statutory annual leave be forfeited? Recent case law has clarified aspects of the legal position, but important questions remain. Find out why employers should review their contracts, policies and communication with employees.
STRIKING A DEAL TO AVOID RETRENCHMENT (PART 2)
A new Labour Appeal Court judgment highlights important considerations for employers when mutual separation agreements arise during retrenchment discussions.
ALCOHOL ABUSE IN THE WORKPLACE – THREE MOST COMMON MISTAKES
Alcohol-related misconduct in the workplace can have serious consequences and should therefore be dealt with decisively. Yet, in their eagerness to address a situation, employers often repeat the same mistakes.
PARENTAL LEAVE EQUALITY: A ROCKY ROAD AHEAD?
The Constitutional Court’s ruling on parental leave changes South African employment law. Employers must review their policies to avoid discrimination and ensure compliance with the BCEA amendments.
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Labour News
EXTRA PUBLIC HOLIDAY ON MONDAY
10 AUGUST 2026
This year 9 August (National Women’s Day) falls on a Sunday. Therefore Monday, 10 August 2026, is also a public holiday. So, what must employees be...
EMPLOYMENT OF FOREIGN NATIONALS – WHAT EMPLOYERS MUST KNOW
The employment of illegal foreigners has been widely covered in the news lately. Employers have come under increased pressure to take action and...
WORK VISA EXTENSION FOR FOREIGNERS
Zimbabwean and Lesotho foreigners Zimbabwean Exemption Permits (ZEP’s) and Lesotho Exemption Permits (LEP’s), were due to lapse on 28 November 2025....
IMPORTANT AMENDMENTS TO COIDA: WHAT EMPLOYERS SHOULD KNOW
Recent amendments to the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA) took effect on 23 January, 1 February, and 1 April 2026....
Labour Guidelines
Practical easy to follow guidelines, to ensure you comply with SA Labour Laws.
Basic Conditions of Employment Act
Working hours, leave, employment contracts, termination, etc.
Basic conditions - Specific sectors
Wholesale and retail, hospitality, domestic workers, farm workers, etc.
Dismissals
Avoid unfair dismissal claims by following these guidelines.
Disputes
Grievances, internal dispute resolution, conciliation and arbitration at the CCMA.
Employment Equity
Discrimination and affirmative action.
Unions and strikes
Organisational rights, recognition agreements, strikes and lock-outs.