Just Dismissal – Unpacking Employment Law in South Africa
Fair and Just Dismissal When considering disciplinary action that may lead to an employee’s dismissal, an employer has to wrestle with questions of both fairness and “just reasons” in order to successfully exercise their authority over that employee. Generally...
Strike Action: The Proper Procedure to Follow
Section 213 of the Labour Relations Act, No 66 of 1995 (LRA) defines a strike as “the partial or complete concerted refusal to work, or the retardation or obstruction of work, by persons who are or have been employed by the same employer or by different employers, for...
Representation at the CCMA
The Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (hereinafter referred to as ‘the CCMA’) has the jurisdiction to facilitate dispute resolution in matters between employers and employees. These proceedings are regulated by the Rules for the Conduct of...
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