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The Basics of Lawful Collective Job Action

Introduction

The Constitution of Zimbabwe enshrines the right to strike under section 65(3).[1] It provides that every employee has a right to engage in collective job action. It is also quick to mention that this right may be curtailed … Read the rest

Fair Dismissals!

Several authors have written about unfair dismissals and the consequences thereof. Our Labour Act also clearly outlines circumstances where one is deemed to be unfairly dismissed. As an example, if was one is on a fixed-term contract that is terminated … Read the rest

Several authors have written about unfair dismissals and the consequences thereof. Our Labour Act also clearly outlines circumstances where one is deemed to be unfairly dismissed. As an example, if was one is on a fixed-term contract that is terminated … Read the rest

Towards Quantifying Damages for Sexual Harassment in Zimbabwe

Rita M Mbatha v Farai B Zizhou & Another HH 675 – 21.

Introduction

Sexual harassment in the workplace has no place in any modern-day society. There is continuous recognition in our jurisdiction that this barbaric disease has to be … Read the rest

THOKOZILE ZINONDA v CAFCA LIMITED SC 64 -17

“The learned judge of appeal found that there was no legitimate expectation on the part of an employee to be paid more than what he is supposed to be paid simply because other employees may be receiving greater, seemingly unjustified … Read the rest

Labour Amendment Bill: Other Important Provisions

Maternity Leave

Maternity leave provisions in the current Labour Act provide for a qualifying service before one can be entitled to maternity leave. The constitutionality of these provisions has been attacked in various forums. The legislature wishes to do away … Read the rest

Labour Amendment Bill: Labour Brokerage Arrangements

Introduction

The Labour Act in its current form does not regulate labour broking. The legislature must have realised that labour broking is a reality in the economy and hence the need for its regulation. Labour broking involves three parties, there … Read the rest