An integrated theory and series of propositions relating to the general factors influencing job creation and job sustainability in South Africa -- Exploring the extent to which labour legislation, in meeting the normative requirements and ethical requirements of social justice, influences job creation and job sustainability in South Africa -- Research methodology and design -- Presentation, interpretation and analysis of quantitative data from business and trade union online surveys relating to factors influencing job creation and job sustainability in South Africa -- Presentation, interpretation, analysis of qualitative data from business and trade union interviews relating to factors influencing job creation and job sustainability in South Africa -- Discussion of results and findings and implications for practice --