Absenteeism is no longer just a productivity issue — in 2026, it’s a legal, cultural, and financial risk for South African organisations. Hybrid work, mental healthrelated absences, digital communication trails, and stricter CCMA expectations have changed the landscape completely.

If your managers are unsure when absenteeism is misconduct, when it’s incapacity, or how to handle recurring patterns without overstepping, your organisation is exposed.

This webinar gives you the clarity and confidence to act lawfully, consistently, and effectively.

What You’ll Learn

• The real causes of absenteeism in 2026 — and how to address them proactively
• How to identify whether absenteeism is misconduct or incapacity
• How to spot absenteeism patterns and respond appropriately
• The correct process for managing absenteeism as incapacity
• What the CCMA expects from employers in 2026
• How to manage absenteeism with remote and hybrid teams
• Practical examples, scripts, and real‑world scenarios you can apply immediately

Why This Matters

Absenteeism affects more than productivity — it impacts morale, fairness, team culture, and ultimately your bottom line. A single mismanaged case can escalate into a CCMA dispute, reputational damage, or claims of unfair labour practice.

This session gives your leaders the tools to manage absenteeism fairly, lawfully, and consistently, without fear of overstepping.

About Angus Bailie

Angus is an admitted attorney with over 20 years’ experience, including serving as an Acting Judge in the Labour Court. He is known for his clear, practical teaching style and dry sense of humour — making complex labour law accessible, engaging, and immediately usable.