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Employment Equity Act: Key Insights for South African Employers

For South African employers, understanding the Employment Equity Act (EEA) is critical for promoting fair treatment and equal opportunity in the workplace.

Why "Blacklisting" is No Longer a Threat in South Africa

Traditionally, "blacklisting" referred to having a negative mark on your credit report, which could hinder your ability to borrow money or secure contracts. Historically, credit bureaus focused only on negative financial behaviors, such as missed payments or defaults. 

Work Stress and Constructive Dismissal in South Africa

In South Africa, the Labour Relations Act provides a framework for resignation under such circumstances, commonly referred to as constructive dismissal. Constructive dismissal occurs when an employee resigns because their employer's conduct has made continued employment intolerable.

Under What Circumstances is Resignation Seen as Constructive Dismissal?

Constructive dismissal claims hinge on a trifecta of essential elements that the employee must convincingly prove for a claim to be valid. These elements form the backbone of the legal framework governing constructive dismissal and are critical in understanding both the nature of these claims and the burden of proof required from the employee.

How Blacklisting Affects Businesses and Individuals in South Africa

In the context of South African law, blacklisting is a notation on an individual's or company's credit report that indicates a history of non-payment or defaulting on debt. This mark can severely impact a person's or entity's ability to borrow money, obtain contracts, or even secure employment.

Breaking Trust in Employment Relationships

The employment relationship is one based on trust and where the conduct of either parties amounts to a violation of this virtue, it may result in the other party feeling discouraged to play their part in a way that achieves the goals of the arrangement.

The Obligation to Consult in Terms of Sec 189 LRA

It is widely accepted that the main objective of law is to ensure that justice prevails. In the administration of justice, there is a notion that requires that justice ought not only to be done, but it must be seen to be done.

Retrenchment in South Africa - The Dictates of our Labour Laws

It can be presumed that an employee who voluntarily resigns from their job would have put in place contingency measures to survive until they secure other employment, what of an employee who is summarily dismissed or retrenched?

Understanding the Amended Employment Equity Act in South Africa

The amended Employment Equity Act introduces several noteworthy changes that demand attention. These revisions, which come into effect on 1 September 2023, will reshape the landscape of employment practices in South Africa.


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