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1. Flexibility – does South Africa’s labour legislation allow for this?
(Editor's Pick)
Discussions surrounding labour law in South Africa can be extremely polarised. On the one side some employers advocate greater flexibility, while on the other some trade unions seek increased protections. ...
Created on 16 Oct 2017
2. New law will limit garnishee (EAO) orders
(News)
Employees whose income is “garnisheed” to pay off their debts will be able to breathe easier thanks to new legislation that was assented to recently. On 31 July, President Jacob Zuma signed into law ...
Created on 18 Sep 2017
3. Employment equity and ‘misrepresentation’ breaches results in court appearances
(News)
... Clientele Life; Mazor Aluminium; Mazor Steel; and Spanjaard Limited. The companies are to be referred for breach of Section 20 of EE legislation. Department of Labour Chief Director Statutory & Advocacy ...
Created on 23 Aug 2017
4. Mental health finally gaining recognition
(News)
... for employers with mental health related issues, they are protected in terms of the Employment Equity Act. This legislation states, “No person may unfairly discriminate, directly or indirectly, against ...
Created on 22 Aug 2017
5. POPI and personal data protection in SA
(Editor's Pick)
... is no denying it has altered the scope of data protection, management and governance in South Africa. POPI is now a reality and the year grace period for market compliance is now enforced. The legislation ...
Created on 16 Aug 2017
6. Labour laws protect new mothers
(Editor's Pick)
Pregnant employees are strongly protected under South African law. There are no fewer than six pieces of legislation that require employers to treat pregnant and post-pregnant employees with the greatest ...
Created on 15 Aug 2017
7. Employers not following LRA in managing discipline
(Editor's Pick)
... Practice. This area of the legislation deals with some of the key aspects of dismissal for reasons to conduct and capacity. This Act emphasises the primacy of collective agreements and the key principle ...
Created on 7 Aug 2017
8. Strong partnerships key to economic transformation
(News)
... Africa escaping the trap of poverty, inequality and unemployment. Government, through departments such as Public Works and others, has provided legislation that opens a big corridor for cooperation.” Voluntary ...
Created on 28 Jul 2017
9. Risk readiness is decreasing
(Editor's Pick)
... not go for the optimal solution, but would rather comply with the minimum requirements in terms of regulations and legislation,” explains Terence. A widening skills gap and growing discontent Locally, ...
Created on 26 Jul 2017
10. NGA launches managed payroll solution for Africa
(News)
... complexity, local compliance requirements, and rapidly evolving legislation across the African continent. NGA Africa Payroll provides end-to-end payroll solution and integrates seamlessly with an organization’s ...
Created on 22 Jul 2017
11. eStudy Wins Award
(Company Category)
... vast content library to local markets and local legislation requirements. For this significant accomplishment, eStudy was awarded with "Most Innovative Offer", beating several of CrossKnowledge's international ...
Created on 19 Jul 2017
12. eStudy Wins Award
(Industry movers)
... vast content library to local markets and local legislation requirements. For this significant accomplishment, eStudy was awarded with “Most Innovative Offer”, beating several of CrossKnowledge’s international ...
Created on 19 Jul 2017
13. Water DG given notice of intention to suspend
(News)
... department and ministry will be guided by established legislation and labour practices in this regard.” Source: SAnews.gov.za  ...
Created on 18 Jul 2017
14. Can Home Affairs root out corruption
(News)
... made on many levels -- from policy and legislation, to systems and establishing a more client-centred culture. “This has gained public confidence and most citizens and other clients are happy with the ...
Created on 12 Jul 2017
15. More businesses adopt a tough stance on sexual harassment
(Editor's Pick)
... harassed in their workplaces. Our legislation allows for victims of discrimination and sexual harassment to institute a claim against the employer where the employer failed to take steps to ensure a workplace ...
Created on 11 Jul 2017
16. Kenya anticipates strong growth as it prepares for elections
(News)
... for taking the amnesty. “These changes to tax legislation and economic considerations are important to bear in mind, given the level of trade between South Africa and Kenya, and mutual interest in each ...
Created on 9 Jul 2017
17. Sick leave abuse rendering SA businesses unwell
(Opinion)
Despite legislation that clearly defines the management of sick leave for full-time employees, the issue of effective sick leave management and tackling abuse remains a challenge for most companies. The ...
Created on 4 Jul 2017
18. EU-27 skilled workers employed by FTSE 250 companies likely to leave
(News)
... has some of the most progressive employment legislation in the world. South Africa’s Constitution guarantees rights to equality and fair labour practices. The Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 (Act) prohibits ...
Created on 21 Jun 2017
19. CONTRACTORS MUST TAKE OVER STAFF IN OUTSOURCING DEAL
(Editor's Pick)
... law obligations of the old undertaking. However, not all transfers qualify under this legislation because not all are transfers ‘as going concerns’. It is vital for employers to know which transfers ...
Created on 19 Jun 2017
20. Foreigners looking for work in Angola – take note
(News)
... employee and the employer to freely establish the duration of the agreement, which may be renewed twice, in accordance with the legislation in force. Previously, there was a limit of 36 months on the maximum ...
Created on 16 Jun 2017


 

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