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Reconsideration under Section 17(2)(f): still a safety net?

06 February 2025

With 2024 amendments to Section 17(2)(f) of the Superior Courts Act, is the application for reconsideration still an option for litigants?  

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Navigating harassment in community schemes

06 February 2025

Can you protect yourself from harassment in your community scheme? Learn which legal route could work best for you and... how the courts are stepping in to ensure community safety. 

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POPIA: protecting health and sex life data privacy

06 February 2025

New draft POPIA regulations address the processing of sensitive health and sex life data. This article explores the potential impact... on privacy and consent concerns. 

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Reconsideration under Section 17(2)(f): still a safety net?

06 February 2025

With 2024 amendments to Section 17(2)(f) of the Superior Courts Act, is the application for reconsideration still an option for litigants?  

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Navigating harassment in community schemes

06 February 2025

Can you protect yourself from harassment in your community scheme? Learn which legal route could work best for you and... how the courts are stepping in to ensure community safety. 

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POPIA: protecting health and sex life data privacy

06 February 2025

New draft POPIA regulations address the processing of sensitive health and sex life data. This article explores the potential impact... on privacy and consent concerns. 

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Beneficial Ownership reporting: dormant and deregistered trusts

06 February 2025

Is reporting still required for dormant or deregistered trusts? Uncover the key details you need to know! 

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Vodacom-Maziv merger blocked: competition vs public interest

05 February 2025

The proposed Vodacom-Maziv merger, combining the largest mobile operator with a key fibre player, highlights the delicate balance between competition... and public interest in mergers.

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Employee rights in business transfers

03 February 2025

An often-overlooked aspect of a sale of business, is the treatment of staff, with the financial objectives of the sale... taking precedence. In this article, we look at the rights of employees and the importance of these rights being upheld during and post the transfer process to limit the employer’s liability to claims of unfair conduct.

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Signed, sealed, (e)-delivered: digital leap for Land Registration System

03 February 2025

Say goodbye to paper trails! The Deeds Registries Amendment Act is transforming South Africa’s land registration system, including amendments, to... a shift to digital. Find out how these game-changing reforms will streamline property transactions and reshape the future of land registration. 

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Who Appoints the Conveyancer? Your House, Your Choice

24 January 2025

When selling a house, it's crucial to choose your own conveyancer to manage the legal, administrative, and financial aspects of... the transfer, as this protects your investment and ensures a smooth process. Sellers often don’t realize they have this right, despite the buyer typically paying the fees. A seller-appointed conveyancer will prioritize your interests, manage risks, and maintain control over the process. When selecting a conveyancer, consider their experience, communication skills, attention to detail, and cybersecurity measures. It's best to involve a conveyancer early to guide you through all stages of the sale.

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Capital gains distributions between trusts – who gets taxed?

03 December 2024

Can the conduit principle be used in structures where there are multiple trusts? This issue has recently been heard by... the Constitutional Court in the case of Thistle Trust v Commissioner for the South African Revenue Service (CCT 337/22) [2024] ZACC 19 which has guided how to tax capital gains in multi-tiered trust structures.

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