The new Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Leon Schreiber, announced in July 2024 plans to enhance collaboration among key stakeholders and tackle pressing issues within the immigration sector.  This includes the collaboration between the Departments of Home Affairs,...

It is vital that employers understand their obligations and responsibilities regarding data protection and privacy in terms of the Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act 4 of 2013.  Employers should take into account compliance requirements, essential policies,...

South African labour legislation provides employees with a multitude of different entitlements to leave including annual leave, sick leave, family responsibility leave, maternity leave, parental leave, adoption leave, commissioning parental leave and study leave....

The scope of sexual harassment legislation has expanded to include psychological abuse and cyberbullying in the workplace.

The driving force behind the court’s decision rested on the assertion that the BCEA unfairly differentiates between parents based on their roles, whether mothers or fathers, adoptive parents, or those with children through surrogacy.

As an employer, it is crucial to consistently comply with labour legislation, including any amendments or corrections issued by the Department of Employment and Labour.

South Africa’s Employment Equity Act, 55 of 1998 (“EEA”) stands as a pivotal legislative framework designed to enforce equality and fair treatment within the workplace. Compliance with this Act is of paramount importance for various reasons that extend beyond mere...

Restaurant owners often employ people on a commission basis within their restaurant usually in an attempt to gain assistance.  What many employers do not realise is that this type of employment, which is almost always verbally concluded, has its own requirements and...

Businesses operate in a challenging environment where the economy and other external factors can limit their ability to remain competitive and sustainable in the labour environment. To overcome these challenges, businesses can consider a range of options, including...

Article supplied by Beehive OH&S.People attempting to sell legal posters (wall charts) are on the increase. Some of these persons pretend to be representatives from the Department of Employment and Labour to sell their products.There are various legal posters...

Frustrations in the workplace are not uncommon and can negatively impact productivity and morale. Research shows that the average adult gets angry at least once a day and frustrated or annoyed about three times daily. In the employer-employee relationship certain...

President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Employment Equity Amendment Act. This Amendment Act introduces several significant changes that will reshape the landscape of employment practices in South Africa.Employment Equity Amendment Act - Prominent changes are as follows:...