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Safeguarding Trust: The Crucial Role of Qualification Verification in South African Workplaces

Oct 222 min read

Safeguarding Trust: The Crucial Role of Qualification Verification in South African Workplaces

Qualification verification ensures trust and competence in SA workplaces. Learn about key laws safeguarding organisational integrity.

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Navigating the Digital Minefield: South African Workplaces Grapple with Online Misconduct - Porn

John Botha

Oct 172 min read

Navigating the Digital Minefield: South African Workplaces Grapple with Online Misconduct - Porn

South African workplaces face challenges with online misconduct. Learn how clear policies can prevent digital behaviour issues.

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COSATU's Nationwide Protest: A Call for Employer Vigilance and Preparedness

John Botha

Oct 32 min read

COSATU's Nationwide Protest: A Call for Employer Vigilance and Preparedness

COSATU's protest on 7 October urges employers to prioritise preparedness, communication, and contingency plans to ensure business continuity

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Performance Management in a Regulated Yet Agile Environment: Balancing Legal Compliance with Organisational Agility

John Botha

Aug 273 min read

Performance Management in a Regulated Yet Agile Environment: Balancing Legal Compliance with Organisational Agility

Balancing legal compliance with agility in performance management: Navigating labour laws while fostering organizational flexibility.

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Workplace Harassment: Balancing Employer and Employee Responsibilities

John Botha

Aug 212 min read

Workplace Harassment: Balancing Employer and Employee Responsibilities

Workplace harassment: balancing employer and employee duties for timely reporting, prevention, and cooperation in South Africa.

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Dancing on the Edge: Why Clear Policies and Solid Evidence Matter in Workplace Discipline

John Botha

Aug 82 min read

Dancing on the Edge: Why Clear Policies and Solid Evidence Matter in Workplace Discipline

Clear policies and solid evidence are crucial in workplace discipline, as shown by a Labour Court case involving a controversial dismissal.

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The Duty to Speak Up: South Africa's Bold Move Against Corruption

John Botha

Jul 113 min read

The Duty to Speak Up: South Africa's Bold Move Against Corruption

Discover how South Africa's PRECCA places a legal duty on leaders to report corruption and mandates proactive measures against it.

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The Silent Accomplice: Understanding Derivative Misconduct in the Workplace

John Botha

Jul 42 min read

The Silent Accomplice: Understanding Derivative Misconduct in the Workplace

Explore the concept of derivative misconduct in the workplace and why failing to report colleagues' misdeeds can breach trust and integrity.

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Strike Trends and What to Expect in South Africa

John Botha

May 22 min read

Strike Trends and What to Expect in South Africa

Explore 2023 strike trends in South Africa, with wage disputes dominating, and what to expect from upcoming labour actions.

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President Ramaphosa Signs Landmark Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill into Law Johannesburg, 9 May 2024

John Botha

Apr 252 min read

President Ramaphosa Signs Landmark Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill into Law Johannesburg, 9 May 2024

President Ramaphosa signs the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill into law, urging employers to update policies on discrimination and harassmen

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CEO Non-Performance: Misconduct or Incapacity?

John Botha

Mar 72 min read

CEO Non-Performance: Misconduct or Incapacity?

Explore whether CEO non-performance is due to misconduct or incapacity, and learn how to address each scenario effectively.

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John Botha

Mar 52 min read

Substances – Privacy Meets Workplace

Understand the balance between privacy rights and workplace safety regarding substance abuse, especially with cannabis, in South Africa.

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When It Comes to Theft, Size Doesn’t Matter

John Botha

Feb 222 min read

When It Comes to Theft, Size Doesn’t Matter

In employment, theft of any size can break trust and justify dismissal, as trust is crucial in the employer-employee relationship.

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Alcohol and the Incapacity vs. Misconduct Conundrum: A Legal Analysis

John Botha

Feb 82 min read

Alcohol and the Incapacity vs. Misconduct Conundrum: A Legal Analysis

Explore the legal complexities of addressing alcohol-related issues in the workplace, balancing misconduct and incapacity in recent cases.

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False Representation By An Employee – The Consequences can accumulate

Jonathan Goldberg & Grant Wilkinson

Sep 28, 20233 min read

False Representation By An Employee – The Consequences can accumulate

False representation in employment can lead to severe legal consequences, including restitution and damages claims.

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Differentiating Between Misconduct and Incapacity

GBS

Sep 26, 20233 min read

Differentiating Between Misconduct and Incapacity

Learn to differentiate between employee misconduct and incapacity in South African workplaces for fair and effective management.

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Dealing Decisively with Abscondment, When an Employee Wishes to Resume Work

GBS

Sep 21, 20232 min read

Dealing Decisively with Abscondment, When an Employee Wishes to Resume Work

Dealing decisively with employee abscondment and return in South African workplaces.

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Balance of Probabilities – Misconduct Dismissal

Jonathan Goldberg

Aug 29, 20232 min read

Balance of Probabilities – Misconduct Dismissal

Explore the case of misconduct dismissal under South African labour law, emphasizing the importance of honesty in the workplace.

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Dismissal: Gross Negligence and Consistency?

Jonathan Goldberg

Aug 23, 20232 min read

Dismissal: Gross Negligence and Consistency?

Explore the fairness of dismissal for gross negligence in South African labour law, focusing on consistency and disciplinary procedures.

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Misconduct Dismissal: “Intolerability” Not Be Confused With Mere “Incompatibility”

GBS

Nov 22, 20222 min read

Misconduct Dismissal: “Intolerability” Not Be Confused With Mere “Incompatibility”

Exploring the nuances of misconduct dismissal in SA workplaces, focusing on the distinction between 'intolerability' and 'incompatibility'.

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