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Employment law and labour law articles and thought leadership, podcasts, videos and webinars from expert sources across the legal world. Explore articles covering topics such as Discrimination, Employee Benefits and Compensation, Health and Safety, Unfair/Wrongful Dismissal, Whistleblowing, Employment Rights, Outsourcing and Redundancy.

No Slaves For Fashion: The Case For Ethical Labour Practices

Poor treatment of workers, poverty wages and unsafe working conditions, for the sake of affordable clothing or company profits, have plagued international headlines recently.

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When Reporting Lines Change: Constitutional Court Clarifies The Test For Constructive Dismissal

The Constitutional Court of South Africa has delivered a significant, albeit divided, judgment in Maleka v Boyce N.O. and Others...

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Demarcation Disputes Cannot Be Used To Interpret Collective Agreements

A recent ruling issued in favour of a client of Fairbridges provides helpful clarity on the purpose and limits of demarcation disputes in South African labour law.

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Fairbridges

Analysis: The Employment Laws Amendment Bill, 2025

The Minister of Employment and Labour, Nomakhosazana Meth, has published the Labour Law Amendment Bill, 2025, together with its Memorandum of Objects, for public comment (Government Gazette, 26 February 2026).

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Fairbridges

Polished Complaints, Cloudy Truths: AI-generated Grievances In The Workplace

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A Bridge Too Far: When Disciplinary Shortcuts Become A Breach Of Contract

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Fairbridges

Managing Health And Safety Enforcement In South African Mining

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How Key Updates Under The MHSA Are Reshaping How Mines Must Plan And Respond To Emergencies At Its Underground Operations

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Compensation For Occupational Injuries And Diseases Amendment Act, 10 Of 2022

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Restraint Of Trade After Dismissal: Labour Appeal Court Clarifies Enforceability

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COIDA Amendments Take Effect: What Employers Need To Know

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Webber Wentzel

Automation, Restructuring And Fairness - Staging AI Adoption Under The LRA

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Webber Wentzel

Constructive Dismissal Arising From Remote Working Dispute: Lessons For Employers

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Expanded Essential Services Designation For Tailings Dams And The Implications For Mining Operations

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Webber Wentzel

When Reporting Lines Change: Constitutional Court Clarifies The Test For Constructive Dismissal

South Africa Employment

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2026 Budget Analysis And Commentary

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SNG Grant Thornton

The Dealmakers' Moment: Six M&A Trends Shaping 2026

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Andersen in South Africa

AI Regulation Progress In South Africa - A Further Step In The Right Direction

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Africa Tax In Brief

South Africa Tax

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From Whisper To Verdict: Labour Appeal Court Draws A Firm Line On Sexual Harassment And Review Tactics

The Labour Appeal Court's recent judgment in Mashele v South African Reserve Bank and two others is a clarion affirmation of the seriousness of workplace sexual harassment.

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The BBC Scandal: Mismanagement Of Manipulation In The Workplace

In November 2025, the British Broadcasting Corporation ("BBC") found itself at the epicentre of a global media storm. The scandal, which culminated in the resignation of Director-General...

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Empowerment And Education In A G20 Moment: Practical Priorities For Employers

Empowerment and education are not just social goods; they are strategic tools for employers navigating digital acceleration, climate transition and fierce competition for talent.

South Africa Employment

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Eyes On You | Navigating Employee Privacy In Africa (Video)

A multi-jurisdictional conversation where we discuss how evolving privacy laws are impacting workplace monitoring and what this means for employers operating across the continent.

South Africa Employment

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Sick Notes In South African Workplaces: Clear Rules, Fair Processes

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Fairbridges

The Critical Intersection Of Mental Health And Employment Law In South Africa (Podcast)

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The Landmark Parental Leave Judgment: Cementing All Classes Of Parents As Equal Participants In Their Children's Lives

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Webber Wentzel

South Africa's Parental Leave Reform In Progress - All Parents - Biological, Adoptive, And Commissioning Are Now Entitled To Parental Leave

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Breaking The Mould: Constitutional Court's Landmark Parental Leave Ruling

South Africa Employment

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Parental Leave Rewritten By The Constitutional Court: What Employers Must Do Now

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges

Weaponising Whistleblowing – A Double-edged Sword For Employers

South Africa Employment

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World Of Work Series (Podcast)

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Fasken South Africa

World Of Work Series (Podcast)

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Modernising Workplace Discipline: A Short Guide To The 2025 Dismissal Code

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Weaponising Whistleblowing – A Double-edged Sword For Employers

Whistleblowing is a cornerstone of ethical business, intended to empower employees to speak up about wrongdoing without fear of reprisal. South Africa's legislative framework...

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World Of Work Series (Podcast)

Welcome to the first episode of "The New World of Work," hosted by Venolan Naidoo. In this episode, Venolan introduces key topics that are changing how organisations and employees work today.

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Fasken South Africa

World Of Work Series (Podcast)

In this episode, Venolan introduces key topics that are changing how organisations and employees work today. He will explore the changing workplace landscape both in South Africa and globally...

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Modernising Workplace Discipline: A Short Guide To The 2025 Dismissal Code

The updated Code of Good Practice on Dismissal, issued under the Labour Relations Act, 1996, was published in Government Gazette No. 53294 and came into effect on 4 September 2025.

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Fasken

Provident Fund Contributions And The Labour Relations Act: Tribunal Reaffirms Employers Statutory Obligations

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Adams & Adams

Words Have Power: When Unfounded Allegations Sink Reinstatement

The Labour Appeal Court's judgment in Golden Arrow Bus Services (Pty) Ltd v Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration & Others (19 June 2025) is a reminder that winning the...

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Fairbridges

Not So Fast: When Retrenchment Goes Off The Wall

The Labour Court's decision in Watson Kelemogile Lekalake v EOH Mthombo (Pty) Ltd is a textbook warning: a Section 189 process will collapse if the business case is unclear or inconsistently presented.

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges

Client Alert: How One Missed Step Sank A Whistle-Blower Dispute

The Labour Appeal Court (LAC) has overturned a Labour Court (LC) decision because the employee skipped the mandatory conciliation step under section 191 of the LRA.

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges

No Quick Fix: When Strikes Become Violent

Earlier this year the Labour Court heard an urgent application brought by SA Container Depots (SACD), a freight-handling company that operates, among other sites...

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges

Suspension vs Special Leave: A Rose By Any Other Name…

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A Timely Reminder For Employers: Compliance With Pension Funds Act Is Non-Negotiable

South Africa Employment

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Adams & Adams

Putting The "Claws" Into A Restraint Of Trade

South Africa Employment

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Barnard Inc.

Preserving The Status Quo In Pension Fund Disputes: Insights From Cadac Pension Fund And Others v Nash And Others

South Africa Finance

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Adams & Adams

Principles Relating To Condonation For The Failure To Comply With Court Rules Or Directives

South Africa Litigation

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Employment Equity – The New Sectoral Targets Have Arrived

South Africa Employment

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From Home Office To The Highway: Employers Calling The End Of The Hybrid-Working Model

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges

Is South Africa's Statutory Dispute Resolution System Dysfunctional?

South Africa Litigation

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Fairbridges

Why Employers Should Implement Disciplinary Policies, Codes, And Procedures

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges

Enforcing Restraint Of Trade Rights After Dismissal

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges

Implications For Employees Earning More Than The New Earnings Threshold

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges

Occupational Health And Safety Act, 1993 ("OHASA") – Physical Agents Regulations 2024, Noise Exposure Regulations 2024, And Amendment Of The General Safety Regulations 2025

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A Claim For Equal Benefits For Parents Of Newborn Or Adopted Children.

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Fairbridges

A Precipitous Move

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges

The Transformative Power Of Employee Share Ownership Policies (ESOPs)

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Webber Wentzel

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AXIS Fiduciary Ltd

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Podcast | Business Law Focus | More Questions Than Answers About Worker Rights In Gig Economy

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