The pandemic has fundamentally shifted how we conduct work in the country. Employers have seen how cost-effective and more straightforward remote work is. Many companies have continued to offer remote work long after the pandemic ceased. However, with the rise of a new work structure, problems followed, and policies around it were and still are […]
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South Africa has one of the most comprehensive labour laws in the world. It covers various aspects of employment, including minimum wages, working hours, leave entitlements, employee benefits, dispute resolution, and more. South Africa’s labour laws safeguard workers’ rights, promote equal job prospects, and ensure just labour policies. Moreover, the country has a robust system
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These days, dismissals by employers of employees have become very common. The reasons for the increasing number of dismissals could be as a result of; economic circumstances, social change and more specific factors in the workplace. What is unfair dismissal? An “unfair dismissal” can be defined as a dismissal where there was no fairness applied in
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The opinions and sentiments expressed in this blog about employee rights are the opinions and sentiments of this firm. They will not necessarily be supported or find favour with employers or, for that matter, representatives of employers – such as employer organisations. While it is commonly acknowledged that employees should be treated fairly and given
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The dismissal process is a complex and sensitive issue affecting both employers and employees in South Africa. As the employment landscape changes, it’s essential for employers to understand their rights and responsibilities when dealing with termination. South Africa’s labour laws protect employees from unfair dismissal while also recognising the legitimate rights of employers to manage
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Retrenchment is a term used in the context of business and employment. It refers to the process of reducing or downsizing a company’s workforce to cut costs and improve financial stability. It typically involves laying off employees or terminating them for various reasons, such as economic downturns, restructuring, mergers, or the need to streamline operations.
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One of the most important relationships one may find oneself in is the employer-employee relationship. Due to the nature of the relationship, it is essential to ensure that the relationship is regulated by a thorough employment contract which provides for the rights of an employee and the employee’s duties. A written employment contract is not
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Employers are obliged to pay over TERS monies received to its employees for who the employer has applied for the payment of TERS monies. It has been identified that many Employers do not pass TERS payment on their employees, which is unlawful. What can employees do? There are possibly many remedies for employees but the
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