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This finding has been hailed as a victory for greater freedom from unlawful surveillance.

We have reached that time of the year. December holidays are around the corner, employees want to make the most of the upcoming break

Criticism can be a very tricky thing to digest.

Schedule 8 of the LRA further stipulates that all employers should adopt disciplinary rules that establish the standard of conduct required of their employees.

In South African Transport and Allied Workers Union vs Garvis and Others 2011 (12) BCLR 1249 (SCA) the union, SATAWU, organised a protest march as part of a national strike.

Short-time work, a strategic response to economic fluctuations, plays a pivotal role in South African labour law. This article aims to delve into the legal intricacies and practical considerations...

When parties cannot reach an amicable agreement or solution, a "deadlock" occurs. Before parties accept that a deadlock has been reached, they should consider the possible consequences.

One of the responsibilities of the Department of Employment and Labour is to ensure that all employers adhere to the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) and the National Minimum Wage Act (NMWA).

On 12 April 2023, the Department of Employment and Labour ("Department") confirmed that the President signed into law the Employment Equity Amendment Bill, 2020 ("the Bill").

The Labour Laws Amendment Act 10 of 2018 (LLA Act), which introduces new forms of leave for parents in South Africa (in addition to the existing maternity leave entitlement), was signed into law

We have previously written about what an essential service entails and the main reasons why the Labour Relations Act (LRA) defines specific industries as "essential".

The Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) regulates annual leave in South Africa. The BCEA provisions for annual leave do not apply to employees who work fewer than 24 hours per month for an employer.

The Constitution of the Republic of South Africa guarantees the right to fair labour practices. That right, in turn, includes the right of every worker to join a Trade Union; and every Trade Union...

Continuing with our theme from last week's article, skills development stands as a strategic investment for organisations aiming to achieve and maintain a favourable B-BBEE level...

South Africa's ruling African National Congress (ANC) remains in charge of a stable government for now, but recent electoral setbacks and corruption scandals put it in a vulnerable position from which it may be forced...

In South Africa, restraint of trade agreements remain enforceable after employment ends, regardless of whether termination occurs through resignation, dismissal, retrenchment, or retirement. A recent Labour Court case examined whether a retired branch manager could be bound by a two-year non-compete clause, revealing how courts assess the reasonableness and enforceability of such restraints when employees attempt to circumvent them through family members or related entities.

The Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 (EEA) was established to achieve equity in the workplace through the elimination of unfair discrimination and the implementation of affirmative action measures.

The promotion of employees within the workplace environment is a discretion enjoyed by employers to exercise as they see fit. It is generally accepted that the exercise of this discretion...