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The recent amendments to the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 (CPA) Regulations introduce a formal compliance framework for direct marketing in South Africa, having taken effect from the 15th of April 2026. For property practitioners who rely on co…

It is a scenario that many employers have encountered and which often causes unnecessary concern. An employee becomes unhappy in the workplace and proceeds to resign and shortly thereafter, the employer receives a referral for constructive dismissal …

Don’t let your secrets slip out the door! Even if an ex-employee has not signed a restraint of trade agreement, an employer can theoretically prevent an ex-employee from making unlawful use of his or her knowledge of the employer’s confidential infor…

In today's challenging economic climate, retrenchments have become a common occurrence. However, as an employer, it is crucial to navigate this process carefully to avoid costly legal disputes and unfair dismissal claims. A recent case, Bhyat v Bollo…

In any instance where an employee is suspended pending a disciplinary action, the employee is entitled to the normal pay rate for the period of the suspension. The prevalence of delay tactics within our court systems is incredibly common and has resu…

A conflict of interest is a common factor in fraud cases, with organisations losing an average of 5% of their revenue.¹ As a professional, you know that meeting your clients' needs is your top priority. But what happens when your personal interests c…

MRI Software Announces Acquisition of TPN Group, South Africa’s Leading Specialist Credit Bureau Acquisition provides deeper tenant insights and risk mitigation for commercial and residential real estate owners amidst global economic uncertainty Cape…

Any discussion around workplace harassment is a difficult one. In an ideal world, an employee would never be placed in a situation where an allegation of harassment needs to be made. As these incidences do occur, it is imperative for employers to und…