What Is Labour Law?

Labour Laws set out guidelines for employers and employees to follow in order to ensure that the work environment is safe and fair.
In South Africa, labour law is guided by the Labour Relations Act 66 of 1995, The Employment Equity Act 97 of 1998 and the Basic Conditions of Employment Act 75 of 1997.
The Labour Relations Act 66 of 1995 was introduced to ensure the advancement of economic development, social justice, labour peace and the democratisation of the workplace.
The act aims to give effect and regulate Section 27 of the constitution. It provides the framework for employers, employees, trade unions and employee organisations to bargain, formulate policy, ensure employee participation in decision making in the workplace and provide effective resolutions for labour disputes. 
For more information on The Labour Relations Act click HERE
The Employment Equity Act 97 of 1998 was introduced to promote equal opportunity and fair treatment in the workplace. The act aims to implement affirmative action measures to ensure the redress of the disadvantages experienced by workers from designated groups while looking to ensure equitable representation at all levels in the workplace.
For more information on the Employment Equity Act click HERE
The Basic Conditions of Employment Act 75 of 1997 guides the conditions in which employers in South Africa work. The act includes foreign nationals in addition to South Africans. It also provides the guidelines around working hours, breaks, sick leave, annual leave and maternity leave
For more information on the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, click HERE