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Occupational Health And Safety Act, 1993 – Noise Exposure Regulations, 2024 – Exemption From The Provisions Of Regulation 8(3)

On Friday, 20 March 2026, Notice 7292 was published in Government Gazette No. 54405, in terms of which the Chief Inspector of Occupational Health and Safety...

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Supreme Court Of Appeal Confirms The Exclusive Jurisdiction Of The Labour Court To Determine Disputes Concerning The Interpretation And Application Of The Mine Health And Safety Act, 29 Of 1996

In the case of TC Smelters (Pty) Ltd and Another v The Minister Department of Mineral Resources and Energy and Others (910/2024) [2026] ZASCA 40 (27 March 2026), the Supreme Court of Appeal ("SCA")...

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No Slaves For Fashion: The Case For Ethical Labour Practices

Poor treatment of workers, poverty wages and unsafe working conditions, for the sake of affordable clothing or company profits, have plagued international headlines recently.

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Strengthening Workplace Injury And Disease Compensation: New COIDA Regulations On Enforcement, Claims, Rehabilitation And Return-to-Work

South Africa Employment

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Zero Tolerance Hangover – When Energy Drinks Leave Employers With A Headache

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Polished Complaints, Cloudy Truths: AI-generated Grievances In The Workplace

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Managing Health And Safety Enforcement In South African Mining

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How Key Updates Under The MHSA Are Reshaping How Mines Must Plan And Respond To Emergencies At Its Underground Operations

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Occupational Health And Safety Act, 1993 ("OHASA") – Environmental Regulations For Workplaces 1987; And General Safety Regulations 1986

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South African Mine Health And Safety Law | Labour Court Of South Africa Re-affirms Protection For Litigation Privilege

South Africa Employment

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Empowerment And Education In A G20 Moment: Practical Priorities For Employers

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The Critical Intersection Of Mental Health And Employment Law In South Africa (Podcast)

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The Critical Intersection Of Mental Health And Employment Law In South Africa (Podcast)

South Africa Employment

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Fasken South Africa

Prediction Markets And South Africa’s Crypto Gap: When An Event Bet Starts Looking Like A Financial Product

South Africa Technology

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When Platforms Are Not Liable: Big Shift In Copyright Law

South Africa IP

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Trade Mark First, SAHPRA Later; Or SAHPRA First, Trade Mark Later: A Chicken Or Egg Conundrum

South Africa IP

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Music Royalties In South Africa And Who Gets Paid Under Copyright Law

South Africa IP

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Andersen in South Africa

AI-Driven Corporate Disputes: New Frontiers For Litigators

South Africa Litigation

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Employer Immunity Is Not Absolute: What This Means For Employment Practices Policies

A recent judgment from the Mpumalanga Division of the High Court provides a critical interpretation of Section 35(1) of the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA).

South Africa Litigation

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Adams & Adams

Key Regulatory Changes Impacting The Mining Sector

The DMPR has recently published guidelines for the implementation of mandatory COPs on road and rail safety management, change management, and fire prevention, as well as a guidance note on the prevention and management of NCDs and mental health disorders in the mining industry.

South Africa Energy

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Webber Wentzel

Occupational Health And Safety Act, 1993 ("OHASA") – Invitation For Public Comment: Draft General Machinery Regulations, 2025

On Friday, 22 August 2025, Notice GN. 6532 was published in Government Gazette No. 53210 in terms whereof the Minister of Employment and Labour published Draft General Machinery Regulation 2025 ("the Draft General Machinery Regulations") for comment.

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Occupational Diseases In Mines And Works Act, 78 Of 1973 ("ODMWA") – Amendments To The Regulations Relating To Occupational Hygiene

On Thursday, 31 July 2025, Notice 6462 was published in Government Gazette No. 53097. In terms of the first portion of the notice, the Minister of Health ("the Minister")...

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Mine Health And Safety Act, 1996 – Guidance Note Published For The Prevention And Management Of Non-Communicable Diseases And Mental Health Disorders In The South African Mining Industry

South Africa Energy

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Mine Health And Safety Act, 1996 ("MHSA") – Guideline Published For A Mandatory Code Of Practice On The Prevention Of Fires At Mines

South Africa Employment

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Mine Health And Safety Act, 1996 ("MHSA") – Guideline Published For A Mandatory Code Of Practice For Road And Rail Safety Management In The South African Mining Industry

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Mine Health And Safety Act, 29 Of 1996 ("MHSA") – Amendments To The Regulations Relating To Rescue, First Aid And Emergency Preparedness And Response

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Mine Health And Safety Act, 29 Of 1996 ("MHSA") – Amendments To The Regulations Relating To Occupational Hygiene

South Africa Employment

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Mine Health And Safety Act, 29 Of 1996 ("MHSA") – Amendments To The Regulations Relating To Machinery And Equipment

South Africa Employment

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Occupational Health And Safety Act, 1993 ("OHASA") – Physical Agents Regulations 2024, Noise Exposure Regulations 2024, And Amendment Of The General Safety Regulations 2025

South Africa Employment

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A Guide To Some Key Risks Wellness Tourism Operators Should Be Mindful Of

South Africa Employment

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Webber Wentzel

Mining Industry Can Play A Key Role In Addressing The Scourge Of Gender-based Violence

South Africa Energy

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Webber Wentzel

Mining Industry Has An Obligation To Ensure Women's Safety

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Occupational Health And Safety Act, 1993 ("OHASA") – Physical Agents Regulations 2024, Noise Exposure Regulations 2024, And Amendment Of The General Safety Regulations 2025

On Thursday, 06 March 2025, Notices 5952, 5953, and 5954 were published in Government Gazette No. 52226...

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A Guide To Some Key Risks Wellness Tourism Operators Should Be Mindful Of

When documents such as minutes of meetings, contracts, and invoices are backdated purely to avoid tax or to take advantage of tax benefits by portraying a set of facts that never happened, we are dealing with the crime of fraud.

South Africa Employment

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Webber Wentzel

Mining Industry Can Play A Key Role In Addressing The Scourge Of Gender-based Violence

In an industry which can reach, and positively impact, large numbers of people through its engagement with direct employees, contractors, stakeholders and community members, mining companies have a unique ability to drive positive change in the fight against gender-based violence.

South Africa Energy

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Webber Wentzel

Mining Industry Has An Obligation To Ensure Women's Safety

In terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act, 1996 ("MHSA") the Chief Inspector of Mines published a "Guidance Note for the Management of Gender Based Violence and Femicide...

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Dismissed For Using Cell Phones At Work

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Mine Health And Safety Act, 1996 – New Guidance Note Published For The Management Of Latent Tuberculosis Infection In The South African Mining Industry

On Friday, 11 October 2024, GN. 5404 of 2024 was published in Government Gazette No. 51368.

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Creating Safe Spaces: The Role Of Employers On World Mental Health Day

Every year, 10 October marks World Mental Health Day. According to Sapien Labs' 2023 and 2024 Annual Mental State of the World Reports...

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Labour Department Raids: Bad Employers, Bad Employers, Whatcha Gonna Do? Whatcha Gonna Do When They Come For You?

During September 2024, the Department of Employment and Labour ("Department") conducted over 2500 compliance raids in the hospitality sector.

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South African Mining: New Guidelines Published (Applicable To Workplaces Governed By The Mine Health And Safety Act, 1996)

On Friday, 02 August 2024, Notices 5097, 5098 and 5099, were published in Government Gazette No. 51003, in terms of which the Chief Inspector of Mines...

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Mind The Gap: Labour Court Rules On Mental Health And Misconduct In The Workplace

South Africa Employment

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Consolidated Employers Organisation

High Stakes - Managing Cannabis Use And Discipline In The Workplace

South Africa Employment

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Fasken

Lessons From Legal Precedent: Fraudulent Medical Certificates

South Africa Employment

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Consolidated Employers Organisation

Occupational Health And Safety Act, 1993 – Amendments To The Asbestos Abatement Regulations, 2020

South Africa Employment

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Occupational Health And Safety Act, 1993 – New Explosives Regulations, 2024

South Africa Employment

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South Africa's Labour Laws For International Businesses: Regulations And Employee Rights

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Andersen in South Africa

The Legal Paths And Pitfalls Of Mass Dismissals: The Interplay Between Misconduct, Poor Performance And Retrenchments. What Route Can An Employer Take?

South Africa Employment

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Weeding Out Insights From The LACs Latest Judgment (Video)

South Africa Employment

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The Plague Of Delay Tactics In Disciplinary Hearings And Frivolous Court Applications.

South Africa Employment

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Does A Medical Certificate From A Traditional Healer Comply With Section 23(2) Of The Basic Conditions Of Employment Act (BCEA)?

South Africa Employment

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Consolidated Employers Organisation

Occupational Health And Safety Draft Regulations For Hazardous Chemical Agents | Invitation To Submit Written Comments

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Occupational Health And Safety Draft Lead Regulations | Invitation To Submit Written Comments

South Africa Employment

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Gold One: Forcing Negotiations With An Employer Is Appalling (Podcast)

South Africa Employment

Deale Attorneys

Can An Employer Rely On An Employee's Confession To Prove Misconduct?

South Africa Employment

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Think Again Before Pulling A "Sickie" – The Abuse Of Sick Leave

South Africa Employment

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Consolidated Employers Organisation

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SchoemanLaw Inc.

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Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr

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