Legal Procedures Following the 2024 Election Results Following the declaration of the election results by the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) on Sunday, 2nd June 2024, under Section 57 of The Electoral Act 73 of 1998, we now focus on the subsequent legal procedures outlined by the Constitution and related legislative frameworks. Constitutional […]
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You’ve signed for your dream home, done your homework, and confirmed you can afford the repayments. You’ve even pictured that perfect lounge suite in the family room. But then, unexpectedly, the banks decline your application—not due to affordability, but because of risk. Risk, in this context, refers to an internal scoring system used by banks,
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A recent client survey conducted by Discovery Life reveals that while 98% of respondents believe having a Will is important, almost a third (31%) admitted that they do not have a will in place. Everyone wants their family members and loved ones to be cared for after they’re gone. Sadly, these good intentions are often
Under the Protection of Personal Information Act of 2013 (“the Act”), non-compliance carries severe penalties, including fines and imprisonment. For minor offences, a guilty party may face a fine or imprisonment for up to 12 months, while for serious offences, the imprisonment term can be as long as 10 years. Companies can also face administrative
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Matrimony is a significant and transformative event in an individual’s life, symbolising love, commitment, and partnership. In many parts of the world, couples can choose the legal system that will govern their marriage. One such option is getting married under the community of property system, where the assets and liabilities of both spouses are combined.
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In South Africa, you can register several different types of companies, each with its own distinct characteristics and requirements. The main types of companies in South Africa include: Private Company (Pty) Ltd: A private company is the most common type of company in South Africa. It is a legal entity distinct from its shareholders and
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With the increasing need for alternative power solutions at home, installing such systems in a complex can be more “complex” than it might initially appear. If you own a unit in a complex, you own the interior of that unit (referred to as a “section”) as well as an “undivided share” of the common property.
In South Africa, employment laws are regulated by legislation such as the Basic Conditions of Employment Act 75 of 1977 (BCEA), which aims to protect workers’ rights and ensure fair working conditions. A significant aspect of these regulations is overtime pay, which compensates employees for working beyond their standard hours. This article provides an overview
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In South Africa, life imprisonment is the most severe punishment that can be imposed on a convicted criminal. A life sentence means that the individual will remain imprisoned for the rest of their natural life unless granted parole by the President or a court of law. Life imprisonment is reserved for the most serious offences,
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A Champerty agreement is a type of litigation funding agreement where a party not involved in a particular legal dispute (the Funder) agrees to finance one of the litigants. In return, the Funder receives a share of the proceeds if the funded party is successful. Until recently, South African courts were reluctant to accept the
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