What is fraud and corruption? Fraud is the intentional deception or misrepresentation made for financial gain or to unfairly benefit at the expense of others.  It involves deliberate acts of …

Implementing discipline as soon as possible is necessary to maximize its corrective effect.  This does not imply that an immediate disciplinary procedure is required, but it does require that unnecessary …

Section 6 of the Employment Equity Act (EEA) prohibits unfair discrimination against employees on arbitrary grounds, including that of race, sex, disability, age and many others.  Not all discrimination is …

The Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) earnings threshold has been increased by 2.9% for 2025, aligning with the economic environment which the country faces. With effect from 1 April …

The National Minimum Wage will increase at a rate of 4,4% from  R27,58 per hour to R28,79 per hour, with effect from 1 March 2025.  This shows an increase of …

Employee screening is the process of verifying a potential candidate’s work history, education, professional qualifications and any criminal records they might have.  It is good practice to do these before …

Managing poor performance in the workplace is a challenging task, and South African labour legislation adds specific nuances that employers must carefully navigate.  If poor performance processed are not handled …

Workplace misconduct, particularly assault, is a serious issue that can disrupt organisational harmony and expose employers to legal risks.  Assault, whether physical or verbal, violates workplace policies and undermines the …

Fixed-term employment contracts are widely used to address temporary staffing needs, but they can pose significant legal risks if mismanaged.  Employers often assume these contracts offer flexibility without long-term commitments.  …