Articles from the field - what we’re seeing, learning, and thinking.

This is where we publish select editorial content originally featured in HeadsUp-our newsletter for members, organisers, and allies.

These articles unpack trends, explore challenges, and spotlight opportunities in the evolving world of work, from the lens of South African employers.

Each piece is grounded in what we hear from the ground, guided by data, and curated to help businesses think ahead.

A Word from the General Secretary

The General Secretary reflects on rising compliance pressures in 2026 and calls on employers to participate in the State of Business Survey to ensure structured,...

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Dismissal reform on the horizon

The new Draft Code of Good Practice on Dismissal promises a simpler, fairer approach to workplace discipline. With clearer probation rules and greater flexibility for...

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Case law: the cost of blind obedience

The Mbuyane v Dekker case shows how following instructions becomes misconduct when ethical judgment is ignored. The Labour Court ruled that employees must question irregular...

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