Restraint of trade South Africa-Does it Still Apply After an Employee Retires?

2026-08-03T11:59:02+02:00

Retirement Does Not Automatically Cancel a Restraint of Trade

Many employers assume that a restraint of trade clause only applies when an employee resigns. Likewise, some employees believe that retiring from the workplace automatically releases them from any post-employment restrictions. In South African labour law, neither assumption is correct.

A restraint of trade agreement can [more…]

Restraint of trade South Africa-Does it Still Apply After an Employee Retires?2026-08-03T11:59:02+02:00

Labour Inspections in South Africa: Guidelines for Employers

2026-07-20T13:44:46+02:00

Labour Inspections: What Every Employer Needs to Know

For many employers, receiving notice of a labour inspection can be stressful. However, inspections form part of the Department of Employment and Labour’s ongoing responsibility to monitor compliance with South African labour legislation.

The best way to deal with an inspection is not to wait until an inspector arrives [more…]

Labour Inspections in South Africa: Guidelines for Employers2026-07-20T13:44:46+02:00

AARTO for businesses: What Every South African Business Needs to Know About Company Vehicles and Traffic Fines

2026-07-20T13:45:21+02:00

The implementation of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) marks a significant change in how traffic infringements are managed in South Africa. While many motorists focus on the impact on individual drivers, employers and businesses operating company vehicles face a new level of responsibility.

For organisations with company cars, delivery vehicles, [more…]

AARTO for businesses: What Every South African Business Needs to Know About Company Vehicles and Traffic Fines2026-07-20T13:45:21+02:00

Employee Social Media Conduct and Your Legal Obligations

2026-06-19T13:20:22+02:00

Employee Social Media Conduct has become a critical issue in the modern workplace as social media platforms blur the line between employees’ personal and professional lives. Employees post opinions, share experiences, and engage with public discourse at all hours — often without appreciating the legal and reputational consequences their conduct may have on [more…]

Employee Social Media Conduct and Your Legal Obligations2026-06-19T13:20:22+02:00

Crisis management in the spotlight: Lessons from the Cartrack tragedy

2026-07-20T13:49:12+02:00

Cartrack’s emergency response and engagement with the bereaved family following the tragic death of an employee have attracted significant public attention, offering valuable insights into crisis management and stakeholder communication during times of tragedy.

The recent death of a Cartrack employee at the company’s Rosebank offices has generated widespread media coverage, public scrutiny, and [more…]

Crisis management in the spotlight: Lessons from the Cartrack tragedy2026-07-20T13:49:12+02:00

Recent COIDA Amendments in South Africa: What Employers Need to Know

2026-06-20T06:57:11+02:00

Recent COIDA Amendments have officially come into effect following a proclamation by President Ramaphosa, introducing important changes that affect employer responsibilities, reporting requirements, and the management of workplace injuries and occupational diseases.

While many of the recent COIDA amendments are already operational, additional provisions are scheduled to take effect on 1 April 2026. Employers [more…]

Recent COIDA Amendments in South Africa: What Employers Need to Know2026-06-20T06:57:11+02:00

AARTO and the Workplace: How businesses should prepare

2026-06-22T11:51:27+02:00

AARTO and the Workplace: What South African Employers Should Prepare For

The nationwide implementation of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act, coming into effect on 1 December 2025, will have a major impact on employers—especially those whose staff drive for work-related purposes.

The AARTO system aims to improve road safety by enforcing stricter compliance [more…]

AARTO and the Workplace: How businesses should prepare2026-06-22T11:51:27+02:00
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