Annual Leave: You're entitled to a well-deserved break with 21 consecutive days of full pay annually. That's 15 working days for a 5-day workweek or 18 days for a 6-day workweek. Public holidays don't count against your annual leave, and your ability to accumulate and use these days may vary based on your employer's policy.

Maternity Leave: Expecting a little one? Maternity leave grants you up to four months of unpaid leave, starting no earlier than four weeks before your expected due date. After childbirth, you can return to work after a minimum of six weeks. Exceptions can be made with written consent from a medical practitioner.

Sick Leave: When you're under the weather, you're entitled to 15 working days to recover. This cycle spans 36 months, and during the first six months of employment, you earn one day of sick leave for every 26 days worked. Your employer might request proof of illness from a qualified medical professional to ensure transparency.

Family Responsibility Leave: If you've been with the same employer for over four months, you're entitled to three days of paid family responsibility leave each year. This leave doesn't accumulate and expires at the year's end. Use it when your child is born, sick, or in the unfortunate event of a family member's death.

Study Leave: Part-time students, this one's for you! You can arrange study leave with your employers. Decide whether to use your accrued annual leave days each month or take unpaid time off to pursue your educational goals.

Religious Holiday Leave: Worried about taking time off for religious holidays? Don't be. Unlike official government holidays, religious leave isn't regulated by labour law. You can either take unpaid leave or use your annual leave days for religious reasons.

Paternity Leave: Dads, you have legally mandated time off following your child's birth. You'll receive a portion of your salary during this period. Paternity leave promotes gender equality and supports fathers in caregiving roles. Stay updated with the latest South African labour laws for the most current information on paternity leave.

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