In today's hyper-connected world, poor work-life balance has become the norm. Many employees suffer in silence, mistakenly believing that being "always available" via WhatsApp or email is simply a requirement of the modern workplace.
Imagine your phone buzzing at 8pm on a Friday.
It is your manager demanding that you finish an "urgent" report before Monday morning. You cancel your weekend plans, open your laptop and get to work.
In today's hyper-connected world, poor work-life balance has become the norm. Many employees suffer in silence, mistakenly believing that being "always available" via WhatsApp or email is simply a requirement of the modern workplace. However, South African labour law draws a clear line between dedication and exploitation.
Here is what you need to know about your legal right to switch off.
