The challenge of transformation : an analysis of the ethical and strategic need for transformation with special reference to the Employment Equity Act

[摘要] ENGLISH ABSTRACT:Since 1994 South Africa has undergone numerous social and political transformations.Transformation in this country has different meanings for different people, depending onthe individuals perspective. The process of transformation has been slow for some,particularly those people who are eager to break away from a past, which has deniedthem basic individual rights. For others transformation has been too fast and thus a threatto their status quo. In view of this, transformation must be embraced by all through therealisation and admission that the apartheid era was inherently unfair to sections of thepopulation and change must therefore be regarded as the levelling of the playing field.This study focuses on the generation of inequality, the uprooting of this evil and theimplementation of equity. In addition, this study particularly focuses on how equity canbe implemented in the workplace, why it is important to do so and what are the possiblebarriers to successful implementation. I will consider some of the theories that may beuseful in initiating change. Finally, I will discuss the merits of the Employment EquityAct as legislation to enforce equity in the workplace.

[发布机构] Stellenbosch University