As a consultant, this is a question I am asked often, usually after a post has already gone viral or a relationship at work has been damaged. We live in an always-online world. Employees post in the evenings, over weekends and from their personal devices, often believing that what they share has nothing to do [...]
Retrenchment is one of the most challenging situations any workplace can face for both employers and employees. It’s emotional, it’s complex, and it’s something no one wants to go through. But when handled correctly and transparently, it can be a fair process that respects everyone involved. In South Africa, retrenchments (also known as dismissals [...]
Let’s picture this: Lerato, a team leader at a logistics company, discovers that one of her drivers, Thabo, has been late three times in one month. Frustrated, she decides to “set an example” and dismiss him immediately after a short hearing. She followed the procedure — Thabo was informed of the charges, given a chance [...]
The Department of Employment and Labour recently published the new Code of Good Practice: Dismissal, effective 4 September 2025. This Code replaces the previous Schedule 8 guidelines under the Labour Relations Act and modernises how disciplinary and dismissal procedures should be applied in South African workplaces. For employers, understanding these updates is crucial [...]
As a labour consultant, I’ve handled dozens of disciplinary disputes, from standard absenteeism to complex misconduct. But one case stands out not just because of the outcome, but because of how tense and unpredictable the arbitration process became. The case involved a security officer who was dismissed for dereliction of duty & bringing the company [...]
In South Africa, the Labour Relations Act (LRA) 66 of 1995 provides clear guidelines on how disciplinary processes should be conducted in the workplace. One of the most critical principles that underpin fair labour practices is procedural fairness. Procedural fairness refers to the correct process that must be followed when disciplining an employee. Even [...]
South Africa’s Labour Laws are constantly evolving, making it essential for employers to stay up-to-date with any amendments. Compliance not only protects your business from legal repercussions but also fosters a positive work environment. Here’s a quick guide to what employers should be aware of when it comes to Labour Law amendments in South Africa. [...]
Importance of Following a Fair and Consistent Disciplinary Procedure Fairness and Consistency: Both are pillars of legal and ethical management. Fairness involves treating all cases with impartiality and without bias, whereas consistency requires similar cases to be handled in similar ways, regardless of the individuals involved. This approach protects the organization from legal disputes by [...]
Seun Mahlangu 1)What is CCMA conciliation? Conciliation is a process before the CCMA, a Bargaining Council, or an accredited agency, where a conciliator will try to assist parties, usually an employer and an employee, to resolve a workplace dispute. 2)Steps to prepare for a conciliation meeting. The conciliator may start the process by meeting jointly [...]
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