SATAWU obo Kanana v Transnet Freight Rail (PR169/16) [2024] ZALCPE 20 (7 June 2024)
Court
Labour Court Port Elizabeth
Case number
PR 169/16
Judge
Tlhotlhalemaje
The Labour Court dismissed a condonation and reinstatement application because SATAWU gave no reasonable explanation for years of delay in prosecuting its review.
Nhlapo v Sambo N.O. and Others (JR1451/2018) [2023] ZALCJHB 169 (18 May 2023)
Court
Labour Court Johannesburg
Case number
JR1451/2018
Judge
Prinsloo
The court found that the applicant failed to provide a compelling, convincing, and comprehensive explanation for the material and lengthy delay in prosecuting the review application. The explanation offered was found to be astonishing, incredible, and bereft of detail, with significant periods left unexplained. The applicant did not demonstrate diligence or active steps to pursue the matter expeditiously, as required by the Practice Manual and the statutory imperative of the Labour Relations Act. The delay was excessive, and the explanation unsatisfactory, rendering the applicant’s prospects…