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The Landmark Parental Leave Judgment: Cementing All Classes Of Parents As Equal Participants In Their Children's Lives

On 3 October 2025, the Constitutional Court handed down a unanimous ruling in Van Wyk v Minister of Employment and Labour and Others, confirming that South Africa's statutory four months and 10 days of parental leave may be shared between both parents.

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Webber Wentzel

South Africa's Parental Leave Reform In Progress - All Parents - Biological, Adoptive, And Commissioning Are Now Entitled To Parental Leave

The Constitutional Court has ushered in a shift in the legal landscape of parental leave in South Africa.

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Fasken

Parental Leave Rewritten By The Constitutional Court: What Employers Must Do Now

The Constitutional Court has confirmed that South Africa's parental-leave regime in the BCEA unfairly discriminated between different kinds of parents and has ordered a temporary "reading-in"...

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

World Of Work Series (Podcast)

Welcome to the first episode of "The New World of Work," hosted by Venolan Naidoo. In this episode, Venolan introduces key topics that are changing how organisations and employees work today.

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Fasken South Africa

Occupational Diseases In Mines And Works Act, 78 Of 1973 ("ODMWA") – Amendments To The Regulations Relating To Occupational Hygiene

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Workman's Compensation In South Africa Explained

South Africa Employment

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

South Africa Employment

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

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Adams & Adams

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

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Adams & Adams

Principles Relating To Condonation For The Failure To Comply With Court Rules Or Directives

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High Court Confirms In Duplum Rule Applies To Pension Fund Contributions

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Adams & Adams

The Limits Of PFA's Authority In Pension Fund Transfers

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Adams & Adams

Implications For Employees Earning More Than The New Earnings Threshold

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Pension Fund Distributions And The Duty To Support Parents

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Adams & Adams

The AI Trade Secret Tug-of-war

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Should I Buy My Residential Property In My Own Name, In A Company, Or In A Trust?

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Barnard Inc.

AI In Legal Practice: Opportunities And Risks For Linguistic Inclusion

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The SCA Confirms Expired Contracts Are Unenforceable When A Suspensive Condition Fails

South Africa Commercial

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Andersen in South Africa

Sound Marks – Best Not To Make Them Too Short

South Africa IP

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The Consequences Of Failing To Pay Pension Fund Contributions

Pension fund contributions are not discretionary payments; they are statutory obligations. Employers who fail to comply with these requirements not only prejudice their employees but also risk significant legal consequences.

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Adams & Adams

Employment Equity Compliance And Consultancy Offering

The Employment and Employee Benefits practice group has extensive experience providing legal advice and representation on employment equity matters. Building on this foundation, the team is pleased to announce the launch of its dedicated Employment Equity compliance and consultancy offering (see below infographic).

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Webber Wentzel

The National Minimum Wage For 2025, And Domestic Workers

In this bulletin, we report on the new national minimum wage, discuss how this wage is to be calculated and comment on how it may affect employees who are not full-time employees, particularly domestic workers.

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National Minimum Wage Increases From 1 March 2025 As New Rates Take Effect

The Minister of Employment and Labour has announced adjustments to the national minimum wage, which will take effect on 1 March 2025.

South Africa Employment

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Webber Wentzel

Nationwide Crackdown Leads To Hefty Fines: How Employers Must Adapt To Ensure Compliance

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

When Travel Benefits End

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Implementation Date For Employment Equity Act Amendments Announced

South Africa Employment

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Fasken

Applying The New Labour Court And Labour Appeal Court Rules

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Employees v Independent Contractors: A Tax Perspective

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Employment Law In Review 2024

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Understanding South Africa's New 'Two-Pot' Pensions System

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The Sovereign Group

Work-Back To The Future: Securing Tomorrow's Talent Today

South Africa Employment

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Death Benefits: Earning A Salary From A Deceased Does Not Qualify One As A Dependant Of The Deceased

South Africa Employment

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Use It Or Lose It

South Africa Employment

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Consolidated Employers Organisation

Understanding South Africa's New 'Two-Pot' Pensions System

The new ‘Two-Pot' retirement system came into effect on 1 September 2024 changing South Africa's retirement savings structure to improve financial security and encourage long-term retirement savings.

South Africa Employment

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The Sovereign Group

Work-Back To The Future: Securing Tomorrow's Talent Today

In the coming years, Gen Z will dominate the world's workforce. Employers looking to draw in and retain future talent are fast discovering...

South Africa Employment

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Death Benefits: Earning A Salary From A Deceased Does Not Qualify One As A Dependant Of The Deceased

The Financial Services Tribunal handed down its decision in a reconsideration application instituted by Claire O'Connor, against Discovery Retirement Annuity Fund, Discovery Investment Retirement Annuity Fund and the Pension Funds Adjudicator.

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Use It Or Lose It

The Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) regulates annual leave in South Africa. The BCEA provisions for annual leave do not apply to employees who work fewer than 24 hours per month for an employer.

South Africa Employment

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Consolidated Employers Organisation

A Timely Reminder For Ex-Employers On Requirements To Be Satisfied For Withholding Ex-Employees Pension Fund Benefits

South Africa Employment

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Adams & Adams

South Africa's Labour Laws For International Businesses: Regulations And Employee Rights

South Africa's labour laws are among the most comprehensive in the world, designed to protect employees and promote fair labour practices. For international businesses looking to establish...

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Andersen in South Africa

South Africa Introduces New 'Two-pot' Pension System – Implications For Expats

The objective of the two-pot retirement system is to provide flexibility for fund members and to strike a balance between long-term security and immediate need.

South Africa Employment

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The Sovereign Group

Digital Nomad Visa Regulations Promulgated – What This Means For The Employment Law Space

The global shift towards remote working arrangements has given rise to what Statistics South Africa has termed "a new generation of digital nomads" who travel from country to country to work.

South Africa Immigration

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Instructions To Work Overtime – Problematic Clauses In Employment Contracts

Working overtime is essential to an employer's operational requirements in specific industries within our labour-sphere. If an employee refuses to work overtime when their employer requests it...

South Africa Employment

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Consolidated Employers Organisation

How "Immediate" Can A Resignation Without Notice Be

South Africa Employment

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Consolidated Employers Organisation

Deductions, The Age-Old Debate At The CCMA & Stipulations Of The BCEA

South Africa Employment

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Consolidated Employers Organisation

Is It Unfair To Dismiss Employees Who Reject Vertical Bumping?

South Africa Employment

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Lesotho's Updated Labour Act – Promoting Fair Labour Practices And Equitable Employment Relations In Line With Global Standards

South Africa Employment

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Procedural Fairness In Large Scale Retrenchments: Key Takeaways From Regenesys Management v Ilunga

South Africa Employment

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Unprotected Strikes – Can Employees Raise Provocation As A Defence?

South Africa Employment

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The Implications Of The New Earnings Threshold For South African Businesses

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

News Flash: National Minimum Wage

South Africa Employment

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Effective Restraints Of Trade And The Added Protection Offered By A Penalty Clause

South Africa Employment

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Adams & Adams

Johannesburg High Court Affirms Its Duty To Protect The Best Interests Of A Minor Child

South Africa Family

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The LAC Confirms Labour Court's Jurisdiction In Employer's Claim Against Trade Union For Unlawful Conduct During A Protected Strike.

South Africa Employment

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Let's Negotiate – Tips For Employers To Improve Their Negotiating Skills

South Africa Employment

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Consolidated Employers Organisation

Factors For Consideration By Trustees When Withholding A Member's Pension Fund Benefits

South Africa Employment

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Aligning Annual Wage Increments With External Realities

South Africa Employment

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Consolidated Employers Organisation

May Unpaid Suspension Be Imposed Due To An Employee's Dilatory Conduct During Disciplinary Proceedings?

South Africa Employment

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