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Employment law and labour law articles and thought leadership, podcasts, videos and webinars from expert sources across the legal world. Explore articles covering topics such as Discrimination, Employee Benefits and Compensation, Health and Safety, Unfair/Wrongful Dismissal, Whistleblowing, Employment Rights, Outsourcing and Redundancy.

Sexual Harassment: Why Employers Should Follow Chief Justice Maya's Lead And Create Robust Policies

In a landmark move this Women's Month, Chief Justice Mandisa Maya introduced a comprehensive Sexual Harassment Policy for the Judiciary, a powerful reminder that institutions must exemplify confidence, dignity, and justice from within.

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Bank Corporate Client Acquisitions: Employment Law Considerations

In a recent interview, billionaire Femi Otedola allegedly revealed that multiple banks sent "pretty ladies" to woo him for deposits.

Nigeria Employment

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Balogun Harold

Stuck On The Tarmac? The Legal Limits Of The CCMA's Powers And The Right To Appeal

The recent Labour Appeal Court ("LAC") decision in the dispute between South African Airways ("SAA") and two major unions - the South African Cabin Crew Association...

South Africa Employment

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ENS

Coldplay, Kiss Cams And Corporate Consequences – Lessons For South African Employers

A viral kiss cam moment at a Coldplay concert ended the career of Astronomer's CEO, placed its Chief People Officer under an uncomfortable spotlight, and triggered a reputational firestorm...

South Africa Employment

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ENS

Workman's Compensation In South Africa Explained

South Africa Employment

Beach Weather | Legal Marketing

Fifty Cents, Zero Trust: How A Trivial Shortfall Cost A Teller Her Job

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

The Liability Of Retired Professionals When Rendering Professional Consultation

Nigeria Employment

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Words Have Power: When Unfounded Allegations Sink Reinstatement

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Legality And Contemporary Legal Issues On Triangular Employment In Nigeria

Nigeria Employment

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The Trusted Advisors

Not So Fast: When Retrenchment Goes Off The Wall

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Namibia's Occupational Safety And Health Legal Framework Overhauled – What Employers Need To Know

Namibia Employment

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ENS

Mine Health And Safety Act, 1996 ("MHSA") – Guideline Published For A Mandatory Code Of Practice On The Prevention Of Fires At Mines

South Africa Employment

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ENS

Client Alert: How One Missed Step Sank A Whistle-Blower Dispute

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

No Quick Fix: When Strikes Become Violent

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Court Of Appeal Affirms Banks' Right To Restrict Accounts Without Court Order

Nigeria Finance

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Duale Ovia & Alex-Adedipe

An IP Judgment In Botswana

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ENS

How To Obtain A Digital Money Lending License In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

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Firmus Advisory

Online Safety & Cybercrimes: Navigating Nigeria's Cybersecurity Compliance And Safety Laws

Nigeria Technology

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

The Role Of A Company Secretary In Ensuring Regulatory Compliance For A Company In Nigeria

Nigeria Commercial

Adeola Oyinlade & Co

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Retirement, Superannuation & Pensions

The Liability Of Retired Professionals When Rendering Professional Consultation

Every year, thousands of professionals retire from active service, either upon reaching the statutory retirement age of 65 or after 35 years of pensionable service.

Nigeria Employment

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

A Timely Reminder For Employers: Compliance With Pension Funds Act Is Non-Negotiable

The recent decision in PRSS Solution (Pty) Ltd v M G Marara and Others by the Financial Services Tribunal (the Tribunal) underscores the crucial responsibility of employers...

South Africa Employment

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Adams & Adams

No Shortcut Around The Clock: Tribunal Reaffirms Firm Stance On Condonation In Pension Fund Disputes

In the recent decision of NN and OB Transport CC and Others v Transport Sector Retirement Fund and Others, the Financial Services Tribunal dismissed the employer's application...

South Africa Employment

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Adams & Adams

Preserving The Status Quo In Pension Fund Disputes: Insights From Cadac Pension Fund And Others v Nash And Others

South Africa Finance

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Adams & Adams

National Pension Commission Introduces New Pension Contribution Remittance System

Nigeria Employment

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KPMG Nigeria

High Court Confirms In Duplum Rule Applies To Pension Fund Contributions

South Africa Employment

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Adams & Adams

The Limits Of PFA's Authority In Pension Fund Transfers

South Africa Employment

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Adams & Adams

How To Hire And Fire

Nigeria Employment

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G ELIAS

Pension Fund Distributions And The Duty To Support Parents

South Africa Employment

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Adams & Adams

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Employee Benefits & Compensation

Workman's Compensation In South Africa Explained

Worker's compensation is a vital safety net for employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses.

South Africa Employment

Beach Weather | Legal Marketing

The Liability Of Retired Professionals When Rendering Professional Consultation

Every year, thousands of professionals retire from active service, either upon reaching the statutory retirement age of 65 or after 35 years of pensionable service.

Nigeria Employment

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Legality And Contemporary Legal Issues On Triangular Employment In Nigeria

Labour remains an indispensable resource for the economic development and sustainability of any society. Globally, economies strive to establish comprehensive legal and regulatory frameworks to govern labour relations effectively

Nigeria Employment

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The Trusted Advisors

Suspension vs Special Leave: A Rose By Any Other Name…

South Africa Employment

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ENS

Computation Of Time In Employment Related Matters: Play Safe!

Mauritius Employment

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Appleby

A Timely Reminder For Employers: Compliance With Pension Funds Act Is Non-Negotiable

South Africa Employment

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Adams & Adams

Termination Of Employment In Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan Employment

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GRATA International

Redefining Employer Liabilities: From Nominal To Substantial Compensation For Wrongful Determination Of Private Employment – Insights From Skye Bank Plc v. Adegun (2024) Lpelr-62219(SC)

Nigeria Employment

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SimmonsCooper Partners

A Critical Analysis Of Latest Amendments To Employment Laws In Tanzania

Tanzania Employment

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Ernestilla, Mafita & Company Advocates

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Contract of Employment

Legality And Contemporary Legal Issues On Triangular Employment In Nigeria

Labour remains an indispensable resource for the economic development and sustainability of any society. Globally, economies strive to establish comprehensive legal and regulatory frameworks to govern labour relations effectively

Nigeria Employment

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The Trusted Advisors

Shell v. Minister Of Petroleum Resources: Matters Arising

This case review offers some evaluation of the court's reasoning in Shell Petroleum Development Company Ltd v. Minister of Petroleum Resources in light of constitutional and administrative law principles.

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Balogun Harold

Who Is The Real Employer? – Navigating Liabilities In Triangular Employment In Nigeria

An employment relationship is founded upon a contract between the person or body (called the employer) who seeks to retain the services of another (called the employee) effectively putting the employee under their payroll.

Nigeria Employment

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Tope Adebayo LP

Managing Employment Challenges Amid USAID Funding Cuts

Ghana Employment

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Bentsi-Enchill Letsa & Ankomah

Termination Of Employment In Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan Employment

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GRATA International

Redefining Employer Liabilities: From Nominal To Substantial Compensation For Wrongful Determination Of Private Employment – Insights From Skye Bank Plc v. Adegun (2024) Lpelr-62219(SC)

Nigeria Employment

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SimmonsCooper Partners

A Critical Analysis Of Latest Amendments To Employment Laws In Tanzania

Tanzania Employment

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Ernestilla, Mafita & Company Advocates

Прекращение Трудовых Отношений В Узбекистане

Uzbekistan Employment

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GRATA International

Putting The "Claws" Into A Restraint Of Trade

South Africa Employment

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Barnard Inc.

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Employment Litigation/ Tribunals

When Cost-Cutting Costs You: Lessons From A Botched Section 189 Process

Barnard's labour experts recently stepped in after a midsized landlord tried to trim expenses by releasing ten employees.

South Africa Employment

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Barnard Inc.

Computation Of Time In Employment Related Matters: Play Safe!

The Appellant, Bayport Management Limited (Bayport) challenged the decision of the Industrial Court dated 14 June 2023, which ordered it to pay the respondent, L M Sowkhee (Sowkhee)...

Mauritius Employment

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Appleby

Extension Of Probation Period – Analysis Of Ann Chiamaka Nwanguma v. Artee Industries Ltd's Case

Under Nigerian labour laws, the length and conditions of probation are determined by the terms agreed upon by the parties, often allowing employers to extend the period at their discretion.

Nigeria Employment

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Olajide Oyewole LLP

A New Digital Era: Labour Court & Labour Appeal Court Embrace Court Online

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Enforcing Restraint Of Trade Rights After Dismissal

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Betrayal Of The Badge: SAPS Officer Dismissed For Shoplifting

South Africa Employment

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ENS

DISPUTE PSYCHOLOGY: How Do We Think And Respond To Workplace Problems And Disputes?

South Africa Employment

Deale Attorneys

SKYE BANK PLC v. ADEGUN (SC/406/2018): International Best Practices In Nigerian Labour And Industrial Relations

Nigeria Employment

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G ELIAS

Termination Of Contract Of Employment In Nigeria – Remedy Of Specific Performance Or Reinstatement For Breach Of Contract Of Service

Nigeria Employment

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Nomos Legal Practice

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Latest Videos

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Discussion: Outside Workplace Conduct (Video)

Deale Attorneys

Finance Act 2023 Briefings - Part 1 – Employment Matters (Video)

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Orison Legal

Life At Axis – Employees Testimonial (Video)

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AXIS Fiduciary Ltd

International Women's Day 2022 (Video)

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The Trusted Advisors

Key Considerations When Employing Foreign Nationals In South Africa (Video)

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

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