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Uncertain Times for South African Employees With a record-setting percentage of unemployed South Africans at the end of Q4 2021, we live in uncertain times in South Africa regarding job security and compliance to newly implemented COVID-19 regulations in the workplace. There are several legal disputes that pop up as a result of the newly

South Africa has a staggering record when it comes to unemployment, with the latest statistics showing a record-setting 35,3% of South Africans being unemployed at the end of Q4 2021. As a result, those who are employed will most likely put up a fight to keep their jobs, almost at any cost and especially when

In South Africa, employers are now allowed to legally enforce mandatory vaccination policies onto their employees in an effort to create a safer workplace and reduce the risk of COVID-19 being spread among employees. Previously, employers had to conduct COVID-19 tests for their employees before they are allowed to enter the workplace, and report on

South Africa’s Labour and Employment Laws are some of the most progressive and liberal in the world, with a recent Labour Court judgement proving just how tricky and unpredictable these laws can be. Over the past 2 years, many South Africans have lost their jobs as a result of COVID-19 and its undeniable impact on

A recent Labour Court case [Swanepoel v KPMG Services (Pty) Ltd.] emphasised the importance of being mindful of any and all legal consequences for both employer and employee when entering into settlement and/or separation agreements regarding labour and employment contracts between 2 such parties. Any false, inaccurate, or mischaracterised information could lead to criminal liability