When there is a transfer of a business as a going concern, the retirement age stipulated in an employment contract will transfer and apply.
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South Africa: Work-related mental illness – what is expected of employers?
The Code of Good Practice: Dismissal places an onerous duty on employers to accommodate an employee who develops a work-related incapacty.
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While SA taxpayers were spared increased personal tax rates, fiscal drag will result in individuals being subject to higher income tax rates.
Continue readingSouth Africa: SARB has recently published a draft activity-based authorisation framework for participants (banks and non-banks) in the national payment systemÂ
The Reserve Bank has published two directives relating to specific payment activities within the national payment system, for public comment.
Continue readingSouth Africa: Budget Speech conundrums continue
Even though the SA Budget Speech was presented yesterday (12 March), it is yet to be approved by Parliament and may not be accepted.
Continue readingINTERVIEW – CapeTalk: Andrew Pike discusses Transnet’s bold move for Durban’s port upgrade
Andrew Pike discusses Transnet’s request for proposals for the appointment of a multipurpose dry bulk terminal operator in Durban.
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