CDH acted for IDC in its financing to Reatile Renewables

Embracing privatisation of the rail industry in South Africa: Transnet’s Network Statement

In a move geared towards transforming the rail sector, Transnet SOC Limited (Transnet) issued its draft Network Statement (Statement) for public comment on 19 March 2024, outlining the means for privatisation of its rail network. This Statement gives effect to the rail reform set out in the National Rail Policy (adopted by Cabinet in 2022), the Freight Logistics Roadmap and the Private Sector Participation Framework. However, several elements are contentious, including the proposed minimum access fee to the rail network, proposed security measures, and the means of allocation of capacity. 

Doctor Who? The scourge of bogus doctors

Woolworths (Pty) Ltd v Commission for Conciliation Mediation and Arbitration and Others (JA90/22) ZALAC 29 (13 June 2024) The abuse of sick leave in South African workplaces is rife. This not only has a detrimental financial impact on employers but may also impact the efficiency and performance of a business. An absent employee places strain on other team members, who must pick up the slack, and may even require the use of a replacement, at an additional cost. Unfortunately, devious employees, often with the assistance of unscrupulous medical practitioners, have devised various means to work the system to their benefit. It goes without saying that the proper management of sick leave is important in any business.

Webinar recording | Retrenchment law turned on its head

Labour Court judgment on retrenchment: must I issue a written notice?

Must an employer issue a written notice in terms of section 189(3) before initiating a retrenchment process? Some commentators suggest that the case in Padayachee v Serere and Others (JR1162/21) ZALCJHB 254 (20 June 2024) is authority for the view that you may do so provided certain facts are present. The message from us: ISSUE THE SECTION 189(3) WRITTEN NOTICE BEFORE EMBARKING ON A RETRENCHMENT PROCESS. This is the cautious approach.

Power struggle: Eskom’s bid to reserve grid capacity denied

On 6 May 2024, Eskom submitted an application to the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) in terms of section 21(2) of the Electricity Regulation Act 4 of 2006 (ERA), seeking NERSA’s approval to reserve and preserve grid connection capacity in favour of any project procured in terms of a ministerial determination published under section 34 of the ERA.

The Art of Corporate Revival: Exploring Effective Turnaround Tools & Strategising

CDH hosted a panel discussion titled "The Art of Corporate Revival: Exploring Effective Turnaround Tools & Strategising."