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The outbreak of a global pandemic and subsequent lockdown has seen life as we know it change in ways we could not have imagined six months ago. Yet I am so uplifted by how ordinary South Africans have shown such resilience and companionship. We have seen many everyday heroes emerge, like the nurses who catch a taxi before dawn, to work a 20-hour day in the most uncomfortable personal protective equipment… and there are thousands of people like this saving lives. You may not wear a cape, but you are a hero. Thank you!

Being your lifelong companion is not just a tag line or motto. It is at the very centre of everything we do at Legal&Tax. We are driven to offer your products and services that are meaningful in your time of need, and to provide you with information and advice that help you to navigate the unforeseen events that life will throw your way

We help you understand the role of the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) as an independent authority aimed at promoting fair practices in the work environment. The CCMA resolves labour disputes and provides advice and training on labour relations.

If you get the Covid-19 virus, you cannot go to work. It does not matter if you do not feel very sick. You must still stay at home or in hospital. Otherwise, you will be putting other people’s lives at risk.

Understanding some of the rules around the lockdown.

If you are diagnosed with COVID-19, you will be told to go into quarantine. This means you have to stay in isolation (in a space by yourself) and may not come into contact with other people.

The virus spreads when droplets get into your eyes nose or mouth.

Coronavirus is emerging in more countries around the world and there's currently no known cure. Unfortunately that hasn't stopped a slew of health advice, ranging from useless but relatively harmless, to downright dangerous.

We discuss how a credit report can help you keep up to date with your financial status by doing a credit bureau check.

If you are struggling with financial distress at the moment and are unable to make loan repayments you may have the ability to cover your debts if you are retrenched or due to other life events. Alternatively you need to approach your bank to make alternative payment arrangements. We unpack your options

Your feelings are entirely normal for such an uncertain and unsettling situatio

If you have experienced mental health problems that are very severe, you might need to take disability leave, or even have to leave your job completely.