The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) welcomes the decision of the Labour Court this morning relating to the contract of the National Consumer Commissioner, Mamodupi Mohlala-Molaudzi.
The court has vindicated the Minister in so far as the term of Mohlala's contract is concerned. The court has made it clear the contract of employment with Mohlala as a commissioner, comes to an end on 3 September 2012, therefore the dti's interpretation of the contractual term is correct.
Mohlala's contention throughout was that her contract was for a five year period. This was at the heart of the dispute between the parties. Once the minister filed his opposing affidavit, Mohlala changed her argument to that of not having been consulted. In terms of the court order, the only step that the Minister must take, is to consult with Mohlala, in writing, prior to the Minister taking a final decision as to whether to retain her or not. Depending on the Minister's decision, the recruitment process may be embarked upon.
Enquiries:
Sidwell Medupe (Departmental Spokesperson)
Tel: 012 394 1650
Cell: 079 492 1774
E-mail: MSMedupe@thedti.gov.za
