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'Should be nowhere near any workplace': Court confirms dismissal in sexual harassment case

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'.

The Star News
Zelda Venter|Published

'Should be nowhere near any workplace': Court confirms dismissal in sexual harassment case

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'.

News Crime and Courts
Zelda Venter|Published

Gen Z and Millennials are redefining career growth and rewards in SA

A study by McCrindle revealed that 63% of Gen Z professionals consider opportunities for advancement as a key factor in their workplace decisions.

Saturday Star News
Staff Reporter|Published

Multiple Pretoria government buildings declared unsafe as OHS crisis deepens

A growing workplace safety crisis is unfolding in Pretoria as multiple government departments face occupational health and safety violations. The Department of Home Affairs' Hallmark Building is the latest to be declared hazardous, forcing the relocation of immigration services staff following intense union pressure. This follows similar issues at the Department of Defence, highlighting a systemic problem in government building maintenance and safety standards.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Workplace trends to watch this year

Explore the transformative trends reshaping the workplace in 2023, from hybrid work models to the impact of AI on job roles and employee well-being. "

Business Report Opinion
Daniela Thom|Published

South Africa's new employment equity targets: what employers need to know

The Department of Employment and Labour has proposed significant changes to employment equity targets across 18 sectors, with implementation planned for 2025. Key changes include increased disability targets and revised representivity goals. Here's what employers need to know about the new compliance requirements

Business Report Companies
Melissa Cogger|Published