Employment Law
Closing the Deal, Closing the Gap: Navigating the Intersectionality of Public Procurement, Gender Inclusivity and Women Economic Empowerment
Introduction Public procurement refers to the acquisition of goods, services and construction by government agencies and it serves as a critical mechanis ...
Can I have legal representation at the CCMA?
Rule 25 of the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (“CCMA”) Rules deals with legal representation at the CCMA during arbitration proceedi ...
Youth unemployment and employment law: Opportunities and challenges
Youth unemployment is a dire issue in South Africa and a global economic crisis, with vast implications in the broader socio-economic spectrum and within em ...
Understanding restraints of trade in South Africa: Legal position and practical insights
A restraint of trade agreement is generally contained in a contract of employment. The purpose of such a restraint of trade clause is to protect businesses f ...
Must employees disclose their vaccination status?
While employers cannot force their employees to be vaccinated, there are various grounds for dismissing employees who object, provided that the employer has con ...
Consider your home office this tax season
Tax practitioners have been inundated with queries from clients on the possible relief offered by the South African Revenue Service (“SARS”) on the possibility ...