Watch: Understanding and Navigating Whistleblowing in the Workplace

This Democracy Works Foundation (DWF) workshop, held in Cape Town, aimed to deepen practical understanding of whistleblowing within the South African workplace, with a focus on

Identifying the signs and characteristics of a bona fide whistleblower
Addressing malicious or false whistleblower claims
Understanding the role of employment law post-disclosure, particularly in securing reparations Exploring the future of anonymised whistleblowing through unions, secure reporting channels, civic technology, and robust IT systems.

Whether you are an employer, HR professional, compliance officer, union representative, or civil society practitioner, this video highlights some insights shared during the workshop.

Lerato Maloka

Lerato Maloka is Corporate Communications Specialist with over 14 years of expertise in 360 communications, specialising in strategic communication, digital media, stakeholder management and project management. Certified in Digital Marketing and Research, she is currently pursuing her BCom Degree in Corporate Communications while leading the strategic communications of various programmes in several African countries. She has agency, Public Relations and Content Development experience. During her tenure as PR Manager, she has conceptualized captivating digital media campaigns and bespoke events, building solid relationships with key stakeholders, media, and content creators. Passionate about leveraging digital technology to amplify citizen voices, Lerato also advocates for people living with mental disabilities, human and climate justice.