In the face of a legal challenge by a multi-national pharmaceutical giant, a South African pharmaceutical company has fought for...
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“Resale is a way of generating business without needing to continually create new materials and extract resources from the planet.”...
Following a landmark year of major elections in 2024, global markets have experienced heightened volatility and investor uncertainty. The International...
In today’s data-driven world, compliance with privacy laws like the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) is...
Amid a food safety crisis in South Africa's informal sector, the government announced that all spaza shops need to be...
In today’s workplace, collaboration and teamwork are essential, but unresolved conflicts can harm relationships, reduce productivity and escalate costs. Workplace...
The rise of the creator economy has ushered in a new era dominated by millennials and Gen Z innovators reshaping...
What do Old Mutual and HSBC Johannesburg have in common? No, it’s not that they’re both financial services providers or...
Competition laws are being enforced in most African countries. In the past year, several new national and regional competition regulators...
As of June 2024, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has issued 138 crypto asset service provider (CASP) licences. With...
The Financial Sector Regulation Act, 9 of 2017 (FSR Act) commenced on 1 April 2018 and overhauled the entire financial...
The BEE Chamber, a leading authority in BBBEE (broad-based black economic empowerment) compliance, highlights the critical importance of efficiently managing...
Businesses say the lack of clarity around environmental, social & governance (ESG) and artificial intelligence (AI) regulation is a key...
It was the late noughties that saw the most prominent emergence of digital tools, which in turn paved the way...
As South Africa continues its journey toward a sustainable energy future, wind energy has emerged as a crucial element of...
Thinking about what happens in the event of your passing may feel like a morbid thought, but if you own...
Recent developments have seen the South African Revenue Service (SARS) turn its attention toward crypto traders, who are now receiving...
In a significant move toward enhancing efficiency, transparency and accountability in public procurement processes, the gazetted Public Procurement Act of...
As the tourism world continues to expand, sustainable tourism is no longer optional but a necessity. Tourists are urged to...
The long-awaited amendments in the Companies Amendment Bills, 2023 have been signed into law and published in the Government Gazette...
A significant milestone has been reached for the supply chain industry and the broader economic landscape of South Africa. President...
Boards should be aware of changes that are on the horizon to South Africa's ESG (environmental, social and governance) reporting...
Before leaving his ministerial position, outgoing Minister of Competition, Trade and Industry, Ebrahim Patel, published two important regulations (one of...
While the draft South African Public Procurement Bill is a commendable attempt to overhaul the country’s procurement landscape, its success...
Small businesses are the backbone of the economy, driving innovation and providing essential services across all sectors. However, one area...
In May 2024, the Federated Employers Mutual Assurance Company (FEM) launched its Rehabilitation, Social Reintegration and Return to Work Programme....
Leading labour law expert and CEO of Labour Law Management Consulting, Ivan Israelstam, has launched a video series that simplifies...
To support the implementation of South Africa's Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) under the Paris Agreement, the Minister of Forestry, Fisheries...
With numerous financial institutions subject to hefty penalties by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), fintech and liquidity solutions provider...
Mergers & acquisitions (M&A) are often the most effective way for companies to transform their businesses, whether through acquiring or...
Machine or artificial intelligence–generated content refers to any work or output produced by AI systems rather than by human creators....
The 2024 Budget Speech presented by South African Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana paints a picture of cautious optimism amid lingering...
Starting a business can be an overwhelming process, as there are many factors to consider. One of these is the...
The financial technology (fintech) law and regulatory landscape is constantly evolving and could present first-mover fintech opportunities for those who...
On 1 February 2024, new Draft Regulations were released, containing new Draft Sectoral Targets, and unpacking what businesses need to...
South Africa’s Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA) was established to provide compensation for physical harm, fatal accidents...
Because financial technology (fintech) is relatively new and has developed faster than legislative processes, and because the nuances of blockchain...
The South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) acknowledges the publication of the revised Integrated Resource Plan for public commentary, and...
Webber Wentzel, the leading full-service law firm in Africa, has expanded its NewLaw and legal technology division and rebranded it...
The realm of artificial intelligence is rapidly advancing, affecting various sectors including autonomous vehicles, healthcare, financial and legal advisory, and...
