Category HR

Employees – Unfair Dismissal in South Africa

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Employees – Unfair Dismissal in South Africa What Employees Need to Know in 2026 Losing your job can feel like the ground has disappeared beneath your feet. For many South Africans, employment is not just a source of income; it…

Employers – Unfair Dismissal in South Africa

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Unfair Dismissal in South Africa A Practical 2026 Guide for Employers For South African employers, few situations are more costly than losing a case at the CCMA. An unfair dismissal ruling can result in: Reinstatement with back pay Up to…

Recruitment Process – Part 1

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THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS – Part 1 In our previous blog post, we discussed the groundwork that needs to be done prior to starting the recruitment and selection process in your company. This included analysing your business to understand your needs…

THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS – Part 2

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THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS – Part 2 In our previous blog post, we discussed the first four steps in the recruitment and selection process.  These included the verification of the job description/profile, drafting an advert and where to advertise, and screening…

Recruiting the right person the first time

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Recruiting the right person the first time A big challenge manager often face are getting the right person in the right job from the get-go. Not only is the actual monetary cost (such as advertising, placement fees etc.) of recruitment…

Some notes on a valid medical certificate

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Some notes on a valid medical certificate Medical certificates (or ’sick notes’ to use the common term) are a source of aggravation to employers. What constitutes a ‘valid’ medical certificate?  The following excerpt from the Ethical and Professional Rules of…