Introduction: South Africa’s electricity sector is entering a new legal era – for decades, the electricity supply industry has been characterised by a vertically-integrated model dominated by Eskom with generation, transmission and distributio ...
Property Ownership: The Ultimate Girl Math
There's a particular kind of pride that comes with holding the keys to a home that is legally and unquestionably yours. I felt that at 27, standing in an empty lounge that had just become my own property. No co-signer and no husband’s name on the ...
Understanding Shares and the Transfer Thereof
When people buy shares in a company, it is important to understand not only what ownership means, but also how shares can be transferred to someone else. Under the Companies Act 71 of 2008 (“the Act”), shares and other securities can generally be ...
The Relevance of a Bond of Security in South African Deceased Estates
Introduction Imagine handing the keys to your home to someone while you are away for several months. You trust them to look after your property, pay the necessary expenses, and return everything exactly as you left it. Even with complete trust ...
AI in Arbitration: A friend or foe?
The legal profession is one that is deeply rooted in tradition and procedure which is not easily done away with as procedural steps are paramount throughout the entirety of legal proceedings. Artificial intelligence (herein after referred to as “ ...
Is electricity a right or a privilege in South Africa?
Electricity as a right: There is no express right to electricity under the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (“the Constitution”). However, unwarranted/unlawful removal of access to electricity may still be against your common ...
Considering the CCMA? Here Is What You Need to Know
A lack of information or comprehension of the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation, and Arbitration (Hereinafter the “CCMA”) and its processes can prevent the public from taking advantage of the commission's accessible and low-cost services, ca ...
Crypto Asset Regulation and Legal Reform: How the Draft Capital Flow Management Regulations, 2026 Seek to redefine South Africa’s Digital Financial Ecosystem
Introduction South Africa's approach to crypto asset regulation has evolved rapidly over the past few years, reflecting the growing prominence of digital assets within both domestic and global financial markets. The publication of the Draft Ca ...
Unlocking Land Potential: A Guide to Property Subdivision
Imagine turning a single, sprawling piece of land into a lucrative portfolio of independent assets. In today’s rapidly densifying urban landscape, property subdivision is more than just a trend; it is a strategic move for homeowners and developer ...
Key Benefits and Risks of Setting up a Trust
A trust is a legal arrangement where ownership of property is transferred to trustees, who manage it for the general benefit of identified beneficiaries or to fulfil clearly defined objectives set out in the trust deed. Trusts fall into two ma ...