Tag: Jeandie Leone

Section 198A of the Labour Relations Act (LRA), also known as “deeming provision”, has been a contentious issue since it came into effect in 2015, and even more so since the Constitutional Court judgement around the Act in 2018. There are so many different interpretations of the law that it can be difficult to understand how to apply it to specific situations. Using a Temporary Employment Services (TES) Provider can further complicate matters, which makes it critical to have the right TES partner on board.

While the importance of mental and physical wellbeing is widely acknowledged, recent events have driven the message home hard. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the link between wellness and productivity due to Working From Home (WFH).

South Africa has a complex labour environment, and depending on the industry a business operates in or the specific operational needs of the business, the laws applicable may differ. This landscape can become immensely complex to navigate, which is exacerbated further when it comes to flexible or part-time work, temporary or contract employment.