In South Africa, the presence of a criminal record does not automatically exclude an individual from employment opportunities due to the principles of rehabilitation and fair treatment under the law. The Employment Equity Act prohibits unfair discrimination on various grounds, including a criminal record, particularly if it does not materially affect the individual’s ability to […]

As we approach the World Day for Safety and Health at Work on the 28th of April, South African organisations must reflect on the strategies that ensure a safe and healthy working environment for all their employees.   A significant yet often neglected or overlooked strategy for workplace safety is ensuring the right people are employed […]

HR Needs to Prioritise Industry Registration Verification and Lifestyle Audits – Before It’s Too Late. The recent scandal involving 59 attorneys under investigation for theft from the very people they were meant to help has sent shockwaves through South Africa’s legal and professional communities. These individuals were backed by the Fidelity Fund, an organisation tasked […]