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South African labour law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations for employees' religious practices, including time off for religious holidays. Legal Director at Strata-g Labour Solutions, advocate Tertius Wessels,, underscores the delicate balance required.
An acting judge's remarks on public accountability highlight the serious implications of misconduct by public servants, as seen in the case of Xolola Msweli, the former municipal manager of Inxuba Yethemba Municipality.
The cargo reaches American shores, but before it can be enjoyed, the price swells. Previously, a minor import duty nudged the cost up slightly. Now, with a 30% tariff slapped on, that R100 bottle, or box, or crate, lands with a hefty R130 price tag before a single customer has set eyes on it. A tough sell when goods from other countries are unburdened by such penalties, sit beside it.
A man who claimed he was 'just fooling around' has lost his bid for reinstatement after the Johannesburg Labour Court upheld his dismissal for sexually harassing a female colleague, with the judge declaring he 'should be nowhere near any workplace with female employees'.
A man who claimed he was 'just fooling around' has lost his bid for reinstatement after the Johannesburg Labour Court upheld his dismissal for sexually harassing a female colleague, with the judge declaring he 'should be nowhere near any workplace with female employees'.
ArcelorMittal South Africa secures a six-month deferral for its Long Steel Business, promising job retention and urging governmental solutions to longstanding industry issues.
Ekurhuleni Metro is considering civil claims against former attorneys who allegedly mishandled a labour dispute, resulting in City Manager Dr. Imogen Mashazi being found guilty of contempt of court. The municipality claims the R40 million dispute has been settled on significantly lower terms and insists Mashazi had no knowledge of the arbitration award. The Labour Appeal Court recently dismissed their appeal with costs
Ekurhuleni Metro is considering civil claims against former attorneys who allegedly mishandled a labour dispute, resulting in City Manager Dr. Imogen Mashazi being found guilty of contempt of court. The municipality claims the R40 million dispute has been settled on significantly lower terms and insists Mashazi had no knowledge of the arbitration award. The Labour Appeal Court recently dismissed their appeal with costs
Ekurhuleni Metro city manager Dr Imogen Mashazi has been sentenced to 12 months imprisonment, suspended for two years, after being found guilty of contempt of court for repeatedly ignoring an arbitration award favouring SA Municipal Workers' Union members. Despite multiple court orders, Mashazi failed to implement salary adjustments dating back to 2017, with the Labour Appeal Court dismissing her defence as "tenuous".
Ekurhuleni Metro city manager Dr Imogen Mashazi has been sentenced to 12 months imprisonment, suspended for two years, after being found guilty of contempt of court for repeatedly ignoring an arbitration award favouring SA Municipal Workers' Union members. Despite multiple court orders, Mashazi failed to implement salary adjustments dating back to 2017, with the Labour Appeal Court dismissing her defence as "tenuous".
The Johannesburg Labour Appeal Court has reinforced workplace discipline by upholding a prison official's dismissal after he twice refused to escort an inmate with urgent medical needs to hospital. The ruling emphasizes that the 'obey now and grieve later' principle is especially critical in law enforcement settings, where immediate compliance with lawful instructions is essential.
The Johannesburg Labour Appeal Court has reinforced workplace discipline by upholding a prison official's dismissal after he twice refused to escort an inmate with urgent medical needs to hospital. The ruling emphasizes that the 'obey now and grieve later' principle is especially critical in law enforcement settings, where immediate compliance with lawful instructions is essential.
The Johannesburg Labour Appeal Court has reinforced workplace discipline by upholding a prison official's dismissal after he twice refused to escort an inmate with urgent medical needs to hospital. The ruling emphasizes that the 'obey now and grieve later' principle is especially critical in law enforcement settings, where immediate compliance with lawful instructions is essential.
Five mineworkers have taken their dismissal case to the Johannesburg Labour Court after being fired for allegedly violating a food ban aimed at curbing illegal mining activities
Five mineworkers have taken their dismissal case to the Johannesburg Labour Court after being fired for allegedly violating a food ban aimed at curbing illegal mining activities
Truworths takes legal action against health inspectors' seating directive for cash desk employees, arguing compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
From April 1, 2025, the earnings threshold in South Africa will rise to R261 748. 45, granting greater labour protections to more employees. This article explores the implications for employers and the protections afforded to those earning below the new threshold
Trade union Solidarity warns of potential pilot exodus at FlySafair due to controversial new rostering system, while the airline defends changes as industry standard. Tensions mount ahead of crucial salary negotiations
The Johannesburg Labour Court examines Nehawu's challenge against the Electoral Commission's restrictions on strike action during critical election periods
A woman's false accusation of paternity against a colleague leads to her dismissal and a legal battle over the fairness of her termination.
A woman's false accusation of paternity against a colleague leads to her dismissal and a legal battle over the fairness of her termination.
A woman wrongly dismissed for pursuing a paternity claim against a colleague has won her case at the Labour Court, with her employer ordered to pay R156 000 in compensation. The court ruled that honest belief doesn't constitute misconduct.
After a heroic act during a kitchen fire, a chef's dismissal from the Le Franschoek Hotel came under the judicial spotlight.
The Johannesburg Labour Court examines Nehawu's challenge against the Electoral Commission's restrictions on strike action during critical election periods
After a heroic act during a kitchen fire, a chef's dismissal from the Le Franschoek Hotel came under the judicial spotlight