Ask Athalie Banner

Answers to your questions

Have a question you would like answered? Email us and we may answer it. The questions here are based on ones from our readers, with identifying information removed.

Topic: Labour unions  |  Show questions and answers for all topics

Are employees of liquidated companies considered creditors that must be paid by the liquidators?

Yes, but there are other creditors that need to be paid off first.

Read more

Can my employer withhold my provident fund if I was dismissed on a safety-related charge?

No, only the provident fund can withhold an employee's provident fund for reasons stipulated in Section 37 of the Pensions Act.

Read more