ABSTRACT
Any discussion of human resource management in South Africa (SA) must consider both global and local context. Much work has occurred on the promulgation of labor legislation to redress historical workplace discrimination in SA. Whilst local institutional context in labor relations and particularism in HRM practices remain important, the influence of convergent forces such as globalization, information technology, and increased competition have become much more prominent in post-apartheid SA. We explore the complex context influencing the management of human resources in SA and its impact on human resource practices in organizations.
