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WORK VISA EXTENSION FOR FOREIGNERS

Home Affairs extends Zimbabwean Exemption Permits (ZEP’s), Lesotho Exemption Permits (LEP’s) & concessions for waiver and appeal applications by foreigners.

IMPORTANT AMENDMENTS TO COIDA: WHAT EMPLOYERS SHOULD KNOW

Recent COIDA amendments affect workplace injury reporting, inspections, compensation rights, rehabilitation obligations, and employer compliance requirements.

NEW EARNINGS THRESHOLD AS FROM 1 MAY 2026

New BCEA earnings threshold from 1 May 2026. Employers must review which employees now qualify for overtime, working time protections and other statutory rights.

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.

MINIMUM WAGE INCREASE – 1 MARCH 2026

The national minimum wage increases from 1 March 2026, with sector-specific minimum rates, defined exclusions and an exemption process for qualifying employers.

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Is a medical certificate from a clinic acceptable?

Are medical certificates from clinics valid for sick leave? Learn the requirements and limitations.

Are online medical consultations valid for the purposes of issuing a medical certificate?

Are medical certificates from online consultations valid for sick leave? Understand the rules and legal position.

Must I accept a medical certificate on face value or may I challenge its validity?

Find out when and how an employer can challenge the validity of a medical certificate for sick leave purposes.

May I refuse to accept medical certificates issued by certain medical practitioners?

Can employers refuse medical certificates from specific practitioners? Learn the requirements and legal risks.

What constitutes abuse of sick leave?

Learn what counts as sick leave abuse and how to address it with effective workplace policies.