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Breathalyser Testing, Zero-Tolerance Policies, and Fair Dismissal: A Practical Guide for Employers
Employers, particularly those operating in safety-sensitive industries, often adopt strict zero-tolerance policies on alcohol in the workplace. While these policies […]
Continuation of Levy Payments to the MEIBC Administration and Dispute Resolution Agreements at Current Rates
The MEIBC Registration and Administration Expenses and Dispute Resolution Collective Agreements lapse on 17 April 2026. This notwithstanding, an application […]
How Infinite Industries is Fighting the War Against Waste
Johannesburg, 10 March 2026 – The passion Maggie Infante, CEO of Infinite Industries, has for our planet is both contagious […]
Budget 2026: Stabilisation Must Now Deliver Growth
SEIFSA MEMBERS BRIEFING NOTE ON BUDGET 2026 The purpose of this briefing note is to provide SEIFSA members with a […]
COSATU Protest Action 26 February 2026
Introduction Management may be aware, from media reports, that the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU), intends calling workers […]
SEIFSA Report flags material risks facing Metals and Engineering Sector in 2026
Johannesburg, February 19 2026 – The South African Metals & Engineering Sector faces a difficult 2026, according to the SEIFSA […]
SEIFSA Invites Manufacturers to participate in 2026 Decarbonisation Pilot Programme
Johannesburg, 4 February 2026. The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (SEIFSA), in collaboration with Danish Industry (DI), […]
SEIFSA calls for Expressions Interest for 2026 Climate Readiness Programme
Johannesburg, 27 January 2026. The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (SEIFSA) invites interested companies to submit expressions […]
Navigating Sick Leave and Time-Off Approvals: Ensuring Compliance and Avoiding Disputes
A warm welcome back, and may 2026 be a year where you achieve both your personal and company goals. At […]
Harmless flirting or sexual harassment
INTRODUCTION Majority of employees spend most of their time in the workplace. This makes workplaces fertile ground for building friendships […]
Ensuring fairness and consistency in disciplinary action
The recent ruling in Goodyear South Africa (Pty) Ltd v Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration and Others (PR142/22) [2024] […]
Dismissal Misconduct: Substance Abuse
INTRODUCTION The evolving landscape surrounding substance use, particularly alcohol and cannabis, in the workplace presents new challenges for employers. While […]
Addressing Absenteeism, Abscondment, and Desertion: A Practical Guide for Employers
Addressing Absenteeism, Abscondment, and Desertion: A Practical Guide for Employers INTRODUCTION In the fast-paced and often busy months of December […]
Employee behaviour outside the office – employer rights and responsibilities
A recent high-profile incident on a domestic flight has sparked conversation about the extent of an employer’s authority to discipline […]