Labour Reforms South Africa makes it easier to fire poorly performing managers New draft dismissal code introduces more latitude for employers Cape Town, South Africa. iStock.com/Cristian Lourenço Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Wednesday 05 February 2025 South Africa’s Department of Employment and Labour has introduced its first significant update to the dismissal code since 1996, making it easier to dismiss poorly performing senior staff.&nb Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Compliance McKinsey pays over $122m to settle South African bribery claims Disputes Nissan SA employee who left early told to pay for studies Restructuring SA courts will scrutinise insolvency claims, lawyers warn Regulation SA firms on notice to step up anti-corruption policies