Employers are however advised to seek legal advice before dismissing employees.

Sizwe Pamla, Cosatu national spokesperson, says there’s no ministerial directive that mandates employees get vaccinated.

The careful relaunching of international travel is based on a foundation of new rules.

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However, Dirco states that they have not been given this task.

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Despite the coronavirus vaccine not being mandatory, employers may be allowed to fire employees who refuse the Covid-19 jab. Image: Scott HeinsSource: Getty Images

Source: Briefly News

Lebogang Mashego (Current Affairs HOD)Lebogang Mashego runs the Current Affairs desk.

She joined the Briefly News team in 2021.

She has 6 years of experience in the journalism field.

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She worked as a lifestyle writer and editor at W24 and Opera News.

She graduated with a BA degree majoring in Journalism and Media Studies in 2017.

She’s a recipient of the INMA Elevate Scholarship.

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