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The workplace can be an inspiring and fulfilling space, and bosses and managers can serve as influential mentors for employees who want to develop in their respective careers. However, there are also many instances of people in senior roles abusing their power, discriminating against and mistreating employees. Fortunately, South African labour laws offer protection, and as the Labour Relations Act points out “every employee has the right not to be subjected to an unfair labour practice.” What defines an unfair labour practice? Before an employee claims that they have been subjected to

The law is simply not doing enough for rape survivors in South Africa. According the 2016/2017 crime statistics, over 100 people are raped every day in our country, and that’s just based on the attacks that are reported. This means that the number of people being brutally violated adds up to tens of thousands every year. In general, violent crime in South Africa is rife and horrific, but the prevalence of sexual assault and violence has led to South Africa being dubbed “the rape capital of the world”. This is

Life can be unpredictable, and often circumstances outside of our control lead to unfortunate outcomes, such as being retrenched or being let go because of company restructuring, for instance. Naturally, many people literally cannot afford to be unemployed for an extended time, and with job scarcity on the rise, it is becoming more and more difficult to transition from one job to another. Being unemployed can be incredibly overwhelming and stressful. To help reduce the potentially devastating effects of not having an income, South Africa has an Unemployment Insurance Fund from

Across the globe, men, on average, are paid more than women in most industries and business sectors. And it comes as no surprise that South Africa, which is rife with inequality, is also guilty of not paying men and women equally. What does the pay gap currently look like? In 2017, the World Economic Forum compiled a report based on gender-based pay disparity in 144 countries worldwide. It focused specifically on four major sectors: health‚ economics‚ politics, and education. The report revealed that South African men make approximately R6600 more than women monthly.

Protests have long been a part of South Africa’s fabric: in the past, gatherings and demonstrations played a significant role in overthrowing the oppressive government; and currently, protests are effectively used to bring attention to issues such as service delivery and access to education, amongst others. South Africans’ right to take to the streets to march, demonstrate or present petitions is protected by the Constitution. This right is linked to other political rights, including freedom of expression and association (which means the right to associate with a cause, idea, or organisation).

Human trafficking is a heinous crime that is becoming increasingly prevalent around the world. According to America’s Department of State, human trafficking (also referred to as modern-day slavery) is the third largest source of profit for organised crime syndicates after drugs and firearms. Globally, it is estimated that almost a million people are trafficked, with women and children specifically targeted for some form of sexual exploitation. Sadly, South Africa is fast becoming a human trafficking hotspot. While exact figures haven’t been confirmed, it is believed that more than 30 000

Many South Africans prefer buying a second-hand car, as the cost of a brand new vehicle isn’t always a financially viable option. And, while millions rely on more affordable public transport, some simply cannot go without having a personal vehicle – whether it is for work purposes or family responsibilities. Other than being the more pocket-friendly option, buying a used vehicle has other advantages as well. For starters, there is a wide variety of previously owned cars on the market, so you can pretty much find any make or model. And then

In June 2018, the gun ownership debate in South Africa resurfaced after a father accidentally shot and killed his son. He allegedly shot his son after being startled by a knock on his car window after falling asleep while waiting for the boy to return from extra lessons at the school. The father, who was let off with a warning from the court, maintained that he kept a gun with him because he feared getting hijacked. The paranoia of being a victim of crime in South Africa is usually cited as one of the biggest reasons to own a gun. The crime rate is on the rise, with home invasions, hijackings

Every year, dreams of marital bliss are shattered as more and more married couples call it quits and are getting divorced in South Africa. In fact, the latest statistics released by StatsSA indicate that fewer lovebirds are tying the knot and an increasing number of couples end up in divorce court. Having to deal with (and move on) from a failed marriage is no walk in the park. While the law and divorce process seems straightforward, the reality is that getting divorced in South Africa can be stressful,