Labour Court rules against ‘just following orders’ defence in South Africa

Amandla Makhongwana of Bowmans highlights that dishonesty in the workplace can lead to dismissal, citing the Labour Court’s ruling in Mbuyane v Dekker NO and Others. Banele Innocent Mbuyane, a former Standard Bank employee, faced dismissal for falsifying cash amounts under pressure from his supervisor, Ms. Nkosi. The incident underscores the importance of integrity in employment relationships.

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