Understanding servitudes in Property Law: Rights, types, and legal ...
WEBJan 30, 2024 — In the realm of property law, servitudes play a crucial role in regulating the rights and duties between dominant and servient owners. This article aims to delve deeper into the nuances of servitudes, shedding light on their types, creation, termination, and enforcement, with a focus on legal implications. Rights and Duties in Servitudes:
Unfair discrimination in the workplace: Unequal pay for equal work
WEBJun 28, 2021 — In case of claims relating to unequal pay for equal work, the claimant could bring such a claim in terms of section 6 (1) of 1998 EEA, which prohibits unfair discrimination on a number of grounds. In terms of section 6 (1) of the 1998 EEA, no employer could discriminate against, whether directly or …
The thorny issue of ‘race’ in South African politics: why it endures ...
WEBOct 25, 2023 — As a sociologist and long-term observer of South African affairs, I suggest that these arguments are not easily dismissed, despite counter suggestions that life for most South Africans has improved since 1994.Both arguments suggest that, after nearly three decades, the democracy of 1994 has become a form of neo-apartheid. Only a small black elite and middle class has been admitted to the old ...
e-Waste: Risks, Obligations And Management - Polity.org.za
WEBMar 24, 2020 — Electronic waste or “e- waste ” refers to discarded electronic appliances or tools which have for some reason outlived its use or function and, may take the form of old computers, cellphones, toasters, fridges etc. According to the Department of Environmental Affairs, e- waste makes up 5 – 8% of South Africa ’s solid waste production ...
The Meaning of (Unfair) Discrimination in South Africa – Part I
WEBMar 18, 2019 — The meaning of discrimination is important to all who live in South Africa, particularly considering the country’s historical and political context. Consequently, this article explores the meaning of discrimination, as contemplated in section 9(3) and section 9(4) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Constitution) and section 6 of the Employment Equity Act (EEA).
Environmental Right in Terms of the Constitution - Polity.org.za
WEBFeb 14, 2018 — The environmental right explained. Section 24 states as follows: Advertisement. Everyone has the right –. (a) To an environment that is not harmful to their health or well-being; and. (b) To have the environment protected, for the benefit of present and future generations, through reasonable legislative and other measures that –.
The AI National Policy: South Africa’s initial step to establish an AI ...
WEBApr 11, 2024 — At the AI Government Summit on 5 April 2024, the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (“DCDT“) launched South Africa’s Artificial Intelligence (“AI“) Planning Discussion Document (“Discussion Document“) with the purpose of the Discussion Document being to initiate discussion between the public and private sector to facilitate AI innovation and along with that ...
Late salary payments – Know your rights - Polity.org.za
WEBMar 27, 2019 — The South African Labour Law allows employers leeway to pay their employees until the seventh day of the following month. However, the majority of companies in South Africa have set a precedent by paying their employees by the 25th of the month, says Arlene Leggat, President of the South African Payroll Association (SAPA). The law The law stipulates that employers must pay their employees ...
Understanding Constructive Dismissal in South Africa: A Guide to …
WEBAug 2, 2023 — Constructive dismissal is when an employee is forced to resign from their job due to unbearable or hostile working conditions created by the employer. In other words, the employer's actions or omissions make it impossible or unreasonable for the employee to continue working, leading them to resign involuntarily. Despite the employee formally resigning, the law treats it as a dismissal by the ...
The Growing Immigration Challenges in South Africa - Polity.org.za
WEBMay 14, 2024 — One of the main challenges faced by South Africa is the issue of illegal immigration. The country's porous borders make it easy for people to enter illegally, leading to a large number of undocumented immigrants. According to a report by the Pew Research Center, there were an estimated 2-million undocumented immigrants living in …