Labour Law case law

Labour law in South Africa plays a crucial role in regulating the relationship between employers, employees, and trade unions, particularly in the context of collective bargaining and strikes. This area of law is governed by the Labour Relations Act (LRA), which aims to promote fair labor practices and protect the rights of workers. Semantis AI provides comprehensive access to the latest reportable judgments in this field, tracking significant cases daily to ensure that legal practitioners and the public stay informed. Recent judgments, such as *National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa and Others v Industrial Oleo Chemical Products* and *Moses Kotane Institute v Mzimele and Others*, highlight the evolving landscape of labour relations in South Africa. By offering insights into key rulings, Semantis AI serves as a valuable resource for those seeking to understand the complexities of labour law, including issues related to strikes and union activities.

Leading judgments

  1. National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa and Others v Industrial Oleo Chemical Products (CCT 367/24) [2026] ZACC 22 (29 May 2026) Constitutional Court · 29 May 2026 · Reportability 80
  2. Moses Kotane Institute v Mzimele and Others (DA18/2023) [2026] ZALAC 24 (26 May 2026) Labour Appeal Court · 26 May 2026 · Reportability 78
  3. King Cetshwayo District Municipality v Water and Sanitation Services South Africa (Pty) Ltd and Others (CCT 15/25) [2026] ZACC 14 (22 April 2026) Constitutional Court · 22 April 2026 · Reportability 80
  4. South African Commercial Catering and Allied Workers Union v Massmart Holdings Ltd and Others (CCT 145/24) [2026] ZACC 11 (25 March 2026) Constitutional Court · 25 March 2026 · Reportability 80
  5. Maleka v Boyce N.O. and Others (CCT 175/23) [2026] ZACC 7 (24 February 2026) Constitutional Court · 24 February 2026 · Reportability 80
  6. Mec for Western Cape Department of Health v Public Health and Social Development Sectoral Bargaining Council and Others (C441/2023) [2026] ZALCCT 14 (2 February 2026) Labour Court (Cape Town) · 2 February 2026 · Reportability 80
  7. Springpoint Finance (Pty) Ltd v Fourie and Another (2025/188741) [2026] ZALCCT 13 (30 January 2026) Labour Court (Cape Town) · 30 January 2026 · Reportability 78
  8. Abrahams v Education Labour Relations Council and Others (C105/2020) [2026] ZALCCT 11 (27 January 2026) Labour Court (Cape Town) · 27 January 2026 · Reportability 78
  9. Department of Justice Constitutional Development v PSA obo Mukhambi and Others (JR270/21) [2026] ZALCJHB 12 (23 January 2026) Labour Court (Johannesburg) · 23 January 2026 · Reportability 80
  10. Ngcingwana v Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (P13/2024) [2026] ZALCPE 4 (22 January 2026) Labour Court (Port Elizabeth) · 22 January 2026 · Reportability 82
  11. IMATU obo Sauls v City of Cape Town and Others (C485/2024) [2026] ZALCCT 10 (22 January 2026) Labour Court (Cape Town) · 22 January 2026 · Reportability 78
  12. NUMSA obo Dhludhlu and Others v Marley Pipe Systems (Pty) Ltd (JS878/2017) [2026] ZALCJHB 13 (21 January 2026) Labour Court (Johannesburg) · 21 January 2026 · Reportability 75
  13. Swartbooi v Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration and Others (PR169/23) [2026] ZALCPE 2 (21 January 2026) Labour Court (Port Elizabeth) · 21 January 2026 · Reportability 75
  14. Commuter Contract Employers Association v Registrar of Labour Relations (C644/2023) [2026] ZALCCT 4 (19 January 2026) Labour Court (Cape Town) · 19 January 2026 · Reportability 80
  15. Machi and Chep SA (Pty) Ltd and Others (DA22/2023) [2026] ZALAC 3 (19 January 2026) Labour Appeal Court · 19 January 2026 · Reportability 80
  16. Adeniran v Webhelp SA Outsourcing (Pty) Ltd (C317/2023) [2026] ZALCCT 3 (19 January 2026) Labour Court (Cape Town) · 19 January 2026 · Reportability 75
  17. Eskom Holdings Soc Limited v Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration and Others (JR251/20) [2026] ZALCJHB 11 (19 January 2026) Labour Court (Johannesburg) · 19 January 2026 · Reportability 75
  18. Mpact Operations (Pty) Ltd v Metal and Engineering Bargaining Council and Others (C181/2024) [2026] ZALCCT 2 (15 January 2026) Labour Court (Cape Town) · 15 January 2026 · Reportability 80
  19. Du Preez v Sasol Mining (Pty) Ltd and Others (PR324/2022) [2026] ZALCPE 3 (13 January 2026) Labour Court (Port Elizabeth) · 13 January 2026 · Reportability 80
  20. Letmeil v Cape Town International Convention Cenre Company Soc Ltd (C575/2021) [2026] ZALCCT 5 (9 January 2026) Labour Court (Cape Town) · 9 January 2026 · Reportability 75

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