Overview   

On 22 January 2025, the Department of Employment and Labour released a draft revision of the Code of Good Practice on Dismissal, expanding on key elements within Schedule 8 of the Labour Relations Act. This draft introduces clearer, more practical guidance for handling dismissals related to misconduct, incapacity, and operational restructuring.

Join Adv Christel van Wyk on 24 April 2025, from 10h00 to 11h30 as she unpacks these critical updates, provides expert insights, and offers practical guidance to help you stay compliant and proactive in managing workplace legal risks.

Learning objectives 

Attending this webinar will equip you with the following skills: 

• Understand recent labour law amendments and their real-world impact.
• Analyse significant rulings and what they mean for your policies and procedures.
• Learn how to align with the latest workplace requirements.
• Manage disciplinary procedures and workplace conflicts with confidence.
• Implement proactive strategies to mitigate legal risks.

Content 

The webinar will cover the following topics:  

• Legislative Updates

  • Recent amendments to labor laws and regulations.

  • Changes in employee rights and employer obligations.

  • Emerging trends in employment contracts and workplace policies.

• Case Law Review
  • Key court decisions affecting employment practices.
  • Analysis of precedent-setting cases.
  • Implications of rulings on workplace policies and disputes.

• Workplace Policies and Compliance

  • New requirements for workplace health and safety.

  • Updates on employee benefits and leave entitlements.

  • Best practices for drafting and enforcing workplace policies.

• Dispute Resolution and Litigation Trends
  • Effective strategies for handling workplace disputes.
  • Changes in CCMA and labor court procedures.
  • Alternative dispute resolution mechanisms in employment law.

About the presenter 

Adv Christel van Wyk 

Christel van Wyk is a General Tax Practitioner (SA) and a practicing Advocate in the Northern Cape, registered with The South African Institute of Taxation. With over 25 years of experience in both legal and tax fields, her expertise spans corporate international tax, tax avoidance, dispute resolution, and policy work. She has held key positions in both the private and public sectors, serving as a legal advisor to an international bank and a property company, and later leading significant roles at SARS, EY, SAICA, and the Office of the Tax Ombud. 

Christel's broad experience includes legislative submissions, tax dispute strategy, and heading various tax-related divisions. In 2023, she founded her own tax and legal practice. Academically, she holds a BA Law degree from the University of Stellenbosch, an LLB from UNISA, a Diploma in Taxation from the University of Johannesburg, and a Certificate in Mediation and Arbitration.

Who should attend? 

The following persons will benefit from attending this webinar: 

• Candidate attorneys. 

• Law students. 

• Pupil advocates. 

• Paralegals. 

• Young/ junior legal practitioners. 

Price 

• R 400.00 - Online admission - Individual.  

• Group Price 1 - From R184 per person (up to 5 users)  

• Group Price 2 - From R121 per person (up to 10 users)  

• Group Price 3 - From R109 per person (over 11 users)  

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Additional material 

By attending this webinar you will be provided with: 

• A summarised slide presentation. 

• Reference documents and/ or course material where available. 

• You can ask questions during the webinar and you will also have access to the presenter after the webinar.