Tag: labour
The Unemployment Insurance Act and the employer’s responsibilities
Estimated reading time: 4 minutes
Employers and employees contribute to the fund, and employees who become unemployed, or their beneficiaries where this may be the...
Six ways to end the employment relationship
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Termination of employment in South Africa is primarily governed by the Labour Relations Act, 1955, and case law, requiring employers...
‘Reside’ tested in Land Claims Court
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An occupier, as defined by the Extension of Security of Tenure Act (Esta), is a person who resides on land...
Employee versus independent contractor
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Employers must ensure that they sign the correct agreement when appointing an employee.
An independent contractor is appointed to perform work...
Organisational rights of trade unions
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes
Many employers are unaware that in terms of the Labour Relations Act, 1955 (Act 66 of 1995), trade unions...
Bonuses: A right or a privilege?
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The payment of bonuses is an issue that often leads to friction between employers and employees.
Under what circumstances is the...
Employment contract: Which one to use?
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South African legislation requires the employer to provide an employee with the details of his or her employment.
A written...
Avoid unilateral changes to the employment contract
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The employment contract can be of immense value to the employer if used effectively but when abused, it can...
The art of conciliation
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Conciliation is a process before the CCMA, a bargaining council or an accredited agency, where a conciliator will try...
Alcohol-related misconduct: Five mistakes employers should guard against
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Employees on duty who are under the influence of alcohol are a major headache for any employer.
The employer...











