South Africa’s top court rules in favour of equal parental leave

Employers should update family leave policies affecting fathers, non-birthing parents, and those going through adoption or surrogacy

Facade of Constitutional Court of South Africa
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In a landmark decision, South Africa’s Constitutional Court has found the country’s parental leave rules are discriminatory toward fathers, non-birthing parents, and those who become parents throug