Constitutional Court Redefines Parental Leave: Key Implications for Employers and Professionals.

06/10/2025 28 min
Constitutional Court Redefines Parental Leave: Key Implications for Employers and Professionals.

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GUEST – Leila Moosa, Senior Associate of the Employment practice at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH).

On 3 October 2025, the Constitutional Court delivered its landmark judgment in Van Wyk and Others v Minister of Employment and Labour [2025] ZACC 20. As South Africa’s highest court, its decision sets the definitive standard for parental leave, ensuring equal treatment for all parents—regardless of gender, family structure, or parental status. Kaya FM