Everyone

I am writing to formally express my dissatisfaction with the manner in which my case against Meze Foods was handled at the CCMA. Veerening room 13

I was dismissed by Meze Foods and referred the matter to the CCMA, as I believe my dismissal was unfair. During arbitration, the company based their accusations against me solely on a written statement which I maintain was fabricated and misrepresented. They did not present direct evidence or recordings to support their allegations. When requested to provide recordings, they were unable to do so and indicated that I would need to wait 14 days for them to respond.

During the proceedings, I felt that I was not given a fair opportunity to fully present my case. The Commissioner indicated that I did not have sufficient evidence and suggested that I should not continue with the case. However, I was not properly guided on how to present my version of events or what evidence would be required from my side.

Furthermore, on 17 February, I attended what was scheduled to be an arbitration hearing. However, the matter was instead reverted to conciliation. I was under the impression that the conciliation phase had already taken place in November last year under Commissioner Leanne Joy Alexander. I was concerned that the matter was not allowed to proceed as scheduled.

I also felt that my side of the story was not fully heard. The focus was placed only on whether I had proof, without a detailed opportunity for me to explain the circumstances surrounding my dismissal.

I approached the CCMA seeking fairness and protection under labour law. I respectfully request that this matter be reviewed, as I believe the process did not allow for procedural fairness and left me feeling disadvantaged.

I trust that this complaint will be investigated to ensure that justice and fairness are upheld.

Yours faithfully,