Our team advised Sibanye in the ConCourt matter of Sibanye/M Bester

New legislation: The criminalisation of hate offences and the workplace

On 9 May 2024, the Presidency reported that the President assented to the Prevention and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill (Act). The purpose of the Act is to give effect to constitutionally enshrined rights, including human dignity, equality and the right to freedom and security.

Njeri Wagacha talks to Anne Muraya

In March we celebrated International Women's Day and to commemorate this Njeri talked to Anne Muraya – Chief Executive Officer of Deloitte East Africa.

Doctor Who? The scourge of bogus doctors

Woolworths (Pty) Ltd v Commission for Conciliation Mediation and Arbitration and Others (JA90/22) ZALAC 29 (13 June 2024) The abuse of sick leave in South African workplaces is rife. This not only has a detrimental financial impact on employers but may also impact the efficiency and performance of a business. An absent employee places strain on other team members, who must pick up the slack, and may even require the use of a replacement, at an additional cost. Unfortunately, devious employees, often with the assistance of unscrupulous medical practitioners, have devised various means to work the system to their benefit. It goes without saying that the proper management of sick leave is important in any business.

The impact of AI and the power of streaming platforms in the South African context

Guidelines released by the Department of Employment and Labour: What every employer and worker should know about workplace safety

On 3 October 2024, the Department of Employment and Labour published a critical guide titled: What every worker and employer should know about health and safety in the workplace . This document outlines the key roles, obligations and rights that both employers and employees must understand to ensure compliance with occupational health and safety (OHS) laws. This guide is an indispensable tool for promoting a safe and compliant workplace.

The right to disconnect from work-related communications

Leila Moosa, Senior Associate in our Employment Law practice joined Rofhiwa Madzena on eNCA to unpack the right to disconnect from work-related communications outside of working hours, in light of increasing international trends that recognise this right in varying degrees.