Matshepo works as a flight attendant at Exclusive Airways (EA), a global airline with headquarters in South Africa. EA was facing a financial crisis prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. The financial crisis experienced by EA was worsened when the government imposed a national lockdown following the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in the country. EA is now in severe financial distress. Matshepo has not received her salary for more than 3 months. Simply put, the airline does not have the money and has failed to meet its debt obligations. The court has subsequently granted an order to this effect. Although other airlines have gradually resumed their flights, EA remains grounded. EA lacks the financial resources to resume operations. 

Identify and discuss the process by which Matshepo's contract of employment may be terminated due to Exclusive Airways's financial situation. You must also explain whether Matshepo may have a claim for her outstanding remuneration.

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In the given scenario Matshepos employment contract with Exclusive Airways EA may be terminated due to EAs financial situation The termination process ... View the full answer