No hearing, no problem? The legality of written disciplinary processes In the modern workplace, disciplinary hearings are a common tool for addressing employee misconduct. But must these hearings always be held in person, with oral testimony and cross-examination? Or...
Understanding the new urgency rules in South African courts New procedural changes affecting urgent applications in South Africa’s High Court and Magistrates’ Courts come into effect on 4 July 2025. These updates mark a shift in how litigants initiate and navigate...
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...
