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Looking for work in South Africa is still one of the toughest challenges people face. The official unemployment rate is above thirty percent, and for young people it is even higher. Many graduates still struggle to find their first proper job, while those without...
Dismissals are one of the most fraught interactions between employer and employee. A decision that goes wrong can damage careers, reputations, and trust. On 4 September 2025, the South African government gazetted a new Code of Good Practice on Dismissal, officially replacing the older...
South Africa’s top court has rewritten the rules on parental leave. On Friday, 3 October 2025, the Constitutional Court confirmed that the old setup in the Basic Conditions of Employment Act was unconstitutional because it treated different kinds of parents differently. The Court then...
As most of you will already know, in South Africa, workers’ rights are protected by the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA). This act essentially outlines all employee rights and inm section 16 it specifically outlines how employees should be compensated for working on...
Ever feel like your job takes up more of your life than it should? You put in extra hours, skip personal plans, and push yourself to the limit, yet, when all is said and done, it feels like no one really cares. The hard...
Family responsibility leave is an important provision covered in South African labour law. It has been put in place to ensure that employees can take care of important family matters without worrying about sacrificing job security or losing income. This guide will help you understand...
So you are expecting a baby in the near future. Emotions are high, and your excitement for this new addition to your family is unexplainable. The last thing you need during this time is work-related stress! Fortunately, South African labour law is very clear...
The job market in South Africa is as changing as the KZN coast line, a constant ebb and flow of supply and demand. In a world that is becoming more and more dependant on data protection, we find industries evolving, and new technologies emerging....
If you are working in South Africa, you have probably wondered, “How much rest time am I supposed to get between work shifts or at the end of the week?” or “Can my boss make me work seven days straight?” These are all really...
YouTube has become one of the largest and most popular platforms for anyone wanting to turn their passion and interests into an income stream through video creation. With billions of users and millions of viewers for every niche, it is no surprise that people...
Resigning from a job is a big decision, and in South Africa, the process can sometimes be a little more complicated than simply handing in your notice. It does not really matter why you are planning on resigning. Perhaps you have new opportunities on...
Every single day of our lives we face challenges. It is a part of life. However there are times when these challenges might seem overwhelming. There are times when these challenges might seem insurmountable, just to much for you to deal with alone. Of...
Do you dream of getting away the daily grind of a commuting and office politics? Working from home could be the answer to for you then. Imagine saying goodbye to traffic jams and office drama, and hello to a more relaxed environment, a more...
Job interviews are unavoidable and are important moments in your career. They give you an opportunity to show off your skills, experience, and personality directly to potential employers. A well-executed interview not only demonstrates your qualifications but also highlights your personality, enthusiasm and fit...
At the time of writing this article, Chat GPT has been publicly available for exactly 3 years to the day (11 June 2023.) I am actually a massive fan of this AI technology, so, to commemorate this auspicious occasion I have decided to interview...
