Who’s in charge? A union leadership dispute and the lessons it offers In a recent Labour Court decision, a long-running leadership battle within a trade union offered a sharp reminder of how important it is to follow your own rules, especially when it comes to...
Work permits vs. workplace rights: Understanding the Kolobi case Kolobi, a foreign national from Lesotho, applied for a Mineral Resource Technician (C3) position at Sibanye Gold. Although she was shortlisted and interviewed, she was later recommended for a lower-level...
SCA upholds bidder’s disqualification to protect integrity in procurement This case involved Aventino Ecotroopers Joint Venture (Aventino) challenging the Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport’s decision to award two major road maintenance contracts (Tenders...
Cape High Court criticises Home Affairs for rejecting gay refugee’s asylum claim Key ruling on LGBTQIA+ rights and administrative law On 29 May 2025, the Western Cape High Court delivered a significant judgment overturning the Department of Home Affairs’ decision to...
South Africa’s Labour Court has gone fully digital: What HR and Legal teams need to know From 14 April 2025, South Africa’s Labour Court officially made the leap to a fully digital system. Whether you’re preparing for a disciplinary dispute, an urgent...
