The Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA), was established as an independent, apolitical dispute resolution body in terms of the Labour Relations Act (LRA). CCMA processes aim to promote fair labour practices and resolve labour disputes in the...
It has come to the Department of Employment and Labour‘s attention that people falsely pose as inspectors from this Department. In some instances employers are coerced and intimidated into buying “new” posters.Make sure to do the following during an inspection by the...
When trade unions lay claim to organisational rights in the workplace, employers are often uncertain about their own rights and those of the trade union, as well as how these rights are regulated. Currently, there is a tendency for certain political parties to try and...
In the current economic climate, many employers struggle to stay competitive and profitable and must consider different options to adjust to a changing environment. Retrenchment is a no fault dismissal, as the employee did nothing wrong and dismissal is due to...
Together with the new national minimum wage that came into effect on 01 March 2021, employers also have to take note of the implementation of the increased annual earnings threshold. The previous threshold has been in effect since 01 July 2014 and increased now from...
Our South African labour laws are extensive and rigid, leaving no room for negotiation. Many employers conduct their business with the sincere belief that they are adhering to the required labour regulations, although in reality this is often not the case. Failure to...
With the COVID-19 pandemic in South Africa, it is important for employers to know that their rights are still valid and enforceable in the workplace. South Africa’s working environment is highly regulated and employers often feel that they are pulling at the shortest...
Working from home as an option: Employers have been navigating uncharted waters since the national lockdown was implemented end of March 2020. The lockdown was implemented to curb the spread of the COVID-19 virus in order to allow time to prepare South Africa’s health...
Employers have been navigating uncharted waters since the national lockdown was implemented end of March 2020. So many challenges arise: sick leave, health and safety, retrenchment, short time, UIF, payment of salaries, uncertainty and discipline in the workplace,...
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has already had serious implications, either directly or indirectly, for many South Africans as well as the negative economic impact on the country at large. Short time is an option for employers to consider when they are concerned...
Labour law sets strict requirements that employers must comply with and the employment contract is the most document in the workplace. Non-compliance holds a serious business risk for employers that is often underestimated and left unaddressed. Arbitration awards...
Labour law sets strict requirements that employers must comply with. To comply with legislation is not negotiable. The scope of labour law can be overwhelming as it is a highly regulated environment. The World Economic Forum published the annual Global Competitiveness...
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