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Standard Bank employee debarred for borrowing over R28,000 from clients
Thapelo Jan Baloyi, a former independent contractor at Standard Bank, has been debarred from the financial sector following serious allegations of misconduct, including soliciting loans from clients and failing to return bank property.
Former Standard Bank employee debarred after targeting clients and borrowing over R28,000
The lid was lifted after a worried client informed Standard Bank that an employee had asked to borrow R1,000 and she was concerned that he potentially had access to her investment funds.
Pregnancy discrimination backfires: Chemist wins R724,000 payout
The Labour Court of South Africa has ruled in favour of Tiisetso Moleme, a pregnant chemist who was unfairly placed on unpaid maternity leave by her employer, Induradec Coatings. The court ordered the company to pay her R724,000 in compensation for discrimination.
Tshwane municipal workers' unions to negotiate 3. 5% wage increase
Tshwane's municipal workers' unions, Imatu and Samwu, are set to resume wage negotiations for a proposed 3,5% increase following a recent Labour Court ruling that impacts previous agreements.
Labour Court ruling sparks controversy over wage increases for Tshwane municipal workers
The Municipal workers' unions in Tshwane has expressed disappointment over a Labour Court ruling that exempts the City from implementing a wage increase, raising concerns about workers' rights and financial stability.
Labour Court rejects George Municipality's bid to validate unqualified HR appointment
The Labour Court has ruled against the George Municipality's attempt to validate the appointment of a Human Resources manager who lacked the necessary qualifications, highlighting issues of fairness in the hiring process.
New inspectors appointed to enforce Employment Equity Amendment Act
The Department of Employment and Labour has appointed 50 inspectors to enforce the Employment Equity Amendment Act, which aims to promote affirmative action in businesses. The move faces opposition from the Institute for Race Relations, which plans to challenge the act in court, citing concerns over its impact on employment opportunities.
George Municipality's attempt to legitimise unqualified HR appointment rejected by Labour Court
Labour Court dismisses George Municipality's bid to legitimise an unqualified HR manager's appointment, exposing significant flaws in their hiring practices.
South African military veterans demand justice after abrupt termination from anti-poaching operations
After years of service in anti-poaching operations, South African military veterans are left without support as their contracts are terminated, leading to demands for justice.
Motsoaledi reveals Joyce Mogale's R22 million debt remains unpaid
The former CEO of the National Health laboratories Service, Joyce Mogale, is appealing the ruling of the Labour Court to pay back a staggering R22 million judgement debt after she failed to challenge her dismissal
Patient safety at risk: Labour Court upholds dismissal of doctor with drug issues
A Hermanus doctor who refused drug testing and showed signs of cocaine use has lost his Labour Court case, with the judge ruling his behaviour posed an 'imminent threat' to patients. The court overturned an arbitrator's earlier decision that had awarded the doctor six months' compensation.
Porters at OR Tambo Airport demand justice against ACSA's alleged harassment
Porters at OR Tambo International Airport are staging protests after allegedly being barred from lucrative airport sections and having work permits revoked. With no union backing, these workers claim they're being systematically pushed out by ACSA officials, who deny responsibility by classifying them as 'gratuity employees' rather than staff. The dispute highlights the precarious position of these essential airport workers.
OR Tambo Airport porters protest against ACSA harassment amid lack of union support
Porters at OR Tambo International Airport are staging protests after allegedly being barred from lucrative airport sections and having work permits revoked. With no union backing, these workers claim they're being systematically pushed out by ACSA officials, who deny responsibility by classifying them as 'gratuity employees' rather than staff. The dispute highlights the precarious position of these essential airport workers.
OR Tambo Airport porters protest against ACSA harassment amid lack of union support
Porters at OR Tambo International Airport are staging protests after allegedly being barred from lucrative airport sections and having work permits revoked. With no union backing, these workers claim they're being systematically pushed out by ACSA officials, who deny responsibility by classifying them as 'gratuity employees' rather than staff. The dispute highlights the precarious position of these essential airport workers.
South African Airways pilots end industrial action, recommit to service
South African Airways pilots have accepted a new salary package, ending their work-to-rule action and paving the way for business as usual.
Djokovic player union launches legal blitz against tennis governing bodies
The International Tennis Federation (ITF), and International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) were also named as defendants in a series of actions in the United States, United Kingdom and the European Union.
Potential turbulence ahead: SAA pilots set to strike as negotiations break down
South African Airways faces potential disruptions as pilots initiate work-to-rule industrial action.
Police officer who was dismissed despite paying back bribe, loses Labour Court battle
The police officer allegedly demanded bribe from a father in exchange for the release of his children.
Nedbank employee debarred after sending himself 53 emails containing clients' confidential information before resigning
The bank discovered that before submitting his resignation, the man had sent himself 53 emails which contained at least 895 attachments with clients' confidential information.
Police administrator who tried to help arrested boyfriend retrieve his cellphone, loses Labour Court battle
Witnesses said they were puzzled by the administrator 's interest in the case and wondered why she was only interested in taking the cell phone of one of the suspects whereas all four of them had phones.
Standard Bank manager debarred after sending himself dormant clients list following resignation
The man argued that the clients didn't belong to Standard Bank as he had sourced clients during his employment and also brought clients with him prior to his employment.
KZN man in two-decade legal battle with employer over liver disease from alleged work toxins
After two decades of legal struggles, a KZN elderly man seeks justice for liver damage caused by workplace toxins.
Cape Town police Sergeant dismissed for stealing meat at Checkers Hyper loses Labour Court appeal
A police officer from Parow police station, testified that she's the one who arrested Bam and her mother. She said returned the stolen meat, which was R400,00.
Former Woolworths employee who called cashiers dumb loses Labour Court appeal
The judge said the dismissal was fair, however, Woolworths failed to give the woman enough time to prepare for her case and as a result, she awarded three months' salary.
War at Crime Intelligence: Suspended top-cop Tiyani Hlungwani embroiled in a court battle with head of the unit to save his job
Brigadier Tiyani Hlungwani claims that the head of Crime Intelligence, Lieutenant General Dumisani Khumalo was appointed irregularly and failed to go through the necessary clearance check.