Constitutional Court Redefines Parental Leave: Key Implications for Employers and Professionals.
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GUEST – Leila Moosa, Senior Associate of the Employment practice at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH).
On 3 October 2025, the Constitutional Court delivered its landmark judgment in Van Wyk and Others v Minister of Employment and Labour [2025] ZACC 20. As South Africa’s highest court, its decision sets the definitive standard for parental leave, ensuring equal treatment for all parents—regardless of gender, family structure, or parental status.
On 3 October 2025, the Constitutional Court delivered its landmark judgment in Van Wyk and Others v Minister of Employment and Labour [2025] ZACC 20. As South Africa’s highest court, its decision sets the definitive standard for parental leave, ensuring equal treatment for all parents—regardless of gender, family structure, or parental status.
