by Wallace Albertyn | Apr 28, 2026 | LabourTalk
Introduction There is an increasing need for employees to have a complete break from work demands after hours and to have a healthier balance between work responsibilities and personal lives. What Is the Right to Disconnect? The right to disconnect means that...
by Wallace Albertyn | Apr 13, 2026 | LabourTalk
Introduction Remote and hybrid work have fundamentally reshaped the employment relationship, requiring a reconsideration of several core contractual terms. What was once straightforward – working at a defined workplace during fixed hours – has evolved into...
by Wallace Albertyn | Mar 31, 2026 | LabourTalk
1. Introduction In employment law and human resources management, few distinctions are as practically significant as the difference between poor work performance and negligence. Both involve an employee falling short of expected standards; however, they differ...
by Wallace Albertyn | Mar 17, 2026 | LabourTalk
In our previous article, we examined the broader evolving landscape of labour law in South Africa and the pressures driving legislative change. This second instalment focuses specifically on the key reforms proposed under the 2025/2026 legislative cycle that were not...
by Wallace Albertyn | Mar 9, 2026 | LabourTalk
Introduction South Africa’s labour law framework continues to evolve in response to economic pressure, high unemployment, transformation objectives and changing workplace models. Recent and proposed amendments seek to strengthen compliance, accelerate employment...
by Wallace Albertyn | Feb 19, 2026 | LabourTalk
Introduction What is the difference between insolence and insubordination in the workplace? Insolence refers to rude, disrespectful or contemptuous conduct by an employee towards an employer or superior, particularly where such conduct undermines authority or the...
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