Blog Articles
The stakeholders and key role players of B-BBEE
June 22, 2023
In South Africa, the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act, 46 of 2013 (the Act) has been implemented as a policy to address historical inequalities and facilitate broader participation by black people in the economy.
Cholera outbreak in South Africa – what you need to know
June 15, 2023
The last documented cholera outbreak in South Africa was in 2008, when 12 000 cases were reported and 65 lives were lost. Now, 15 years later, South Africans are facing the start of another outbreak.
Mergers and Acquisitions: navigating B-BBEE Codes for Transformational Success
June 07, 2023
Mergers and acquisitions play a significant role in shaping South Africa's business landscape. As companies pursue growth and expansion through these transactions, it is crucial to consider the implications of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Codes.
Health and Safety in the Workplace – what is the benefit of OHS Consultants?
May 25, 2023
The Occupational Health and Safety Act (“OHSA”) requires employers to appoint safety representatives (SHE Reps) for workplaces with more than twenty employees.
What you need to know about the reinstatement of Credit Agreements
May 17, 2023
This article discusses the recent changes in the interpretation of section 129(3) of the National Credit Act (hereinafter referred to as the NCA) and how it affects the reinstatement of credit agreements.
Employer guidelines regarding false or fraudulent employee qualifications
May 10, 2023
When a company starts hiring personnel, the interviews form an important part of the process and the decision to appoint an applicant in most instances depends on the applicant’s qualifications. In this commentary we discuss a few important questions and highlight the latest case law on the matter of submission of false or fraudulent qualifications.