Amid a food safety crisis in South Africa's informal sector, the government announced that all spaza shops need to be...
regulations
What do Old Mutual and HSBC Johannesburg have in common? No, it’s not that they’re both financial services providers or...
The European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), which will impose penalties on exports that carry a high carbon footprint,...
The European Union (EU)’s NIS2 cybersecurity directive has significant implications for African businesses trading with the continent. This is according...
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...
Recent developments have seen the South African Revenue Service (SARS) turn its attention toward crypto traders, who are now receiving...
The long-awaited amendments in the Companies Amendment Bills, 2023 have been signed into law and published in the Government Gazette...
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...
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...
There can be no question that South African organisations are facing challenges on several fronts. Even without factoring in the...
Property transactions are a critical aspect of doing business in South Africa. Whether you are acquiring a new office space,...
In a world where data privacy and compliance with regulations are paramount, Capital Legacy has announced the integration of the...
The sustainability of economies and, in turn, society, largely hinges on how well we adopt environmental, social and governance (ESG). Given...
Energy law involves the regulation of, and transactions within, the energy sector from its procurement to its generation and distribution,...
In today's ever-evolving digital landscape, the concept of consumer consent has taken centre stage for companies. Gone are the days...
Much has been said about the interplay between the need for investment to enhance socio-economic development, and transformation in South...
Environmental, social and governance (ESG) has transformed from a 'nice‑to‑have' buzzword to a must-have demonstrable compliance requirement. As such, ESG...
If South African logistics firms hope to compete in the market, they need to embrace compliance – not only in...
On 25 October 2023, the High Court handed down a judgment indicating a significant shift in parental leave rights. In...
A common theme when dealing with transactional intellectual property (IP) matters in South Africa, where one party to a transaction...
The ongoing egg shortage crisis requires immediate legislative intervention and assurances for importers to step up and plug the gap...
In the ever-evolving global landscape, businesses in Africa are navigating a profound transformation toward a knowledge-driven economy. A knowledge-based economy...
The Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) recognises that employees are entitled to sick leave and it allows employees to...
With many business engagements now taking place over the phone, call-recording technology has become crucial to organisations when it comes...
The COVID-19 lockdown saw a sharp rise in the use of electronic signatures as a means of signing documents. Now...
