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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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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“I do not have to pay school fees. The Constitution stipulates that every child has the right to basic education!” Every principal of every school has probably heard this phrase before. However, the Constitution also makes provision for the limitation of rights. According to the South African Schools Act, parents may be exempted from paying
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Air pollution is a serious environmental issue that adversely affects the health and well-being of people and the environment. To address this problem, the South African government has enacted the Air Quality Act 39 of 2004, which sets standards and regulations for air quality management. The Act aims to protect and enhance the quality of
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Child abduction is a serious issue in South Africa and has been a growing concern in recent years. The Children’s Act 38 of 2005 (‘the Children’s Act’) was introduced to help protect children from various forms of abuse, including child abduction. In this article, we will discuss the prevalence of child abduction in South Africa,
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At some point in your life, you may have received a message on social media about an enticing money-making opportunity. These messages often relate to Forex trading, cryptocurrency, or the chance to sell products from a particular brand and join a life-changing, motivating community. The allure of making extra money, or even easy money, can
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Expunging a criminal record in South Africa can be a complex and time-consuming process, but it offers a crucial opportunity to clear your name and restore your reputation. A criminal record can impede your ability to secure employment, housing, or even obtain a visa to travel abroad. Fortunately, South African law provides a mechanism for
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Personal injury claims are a legal process in which individuals who have been injured as a result of another party’s negligence seek compensation for their losses/damages they have suffered. Accidents can result in personal injury claims, including slip and fall accidents. Slip and fall accidents are one of the most common cause of personal injury
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Scenario: You are the paternal uncle to a little boy (“Ben”) who was born of the marriage between your brother and his girlfriend. After ben’s birth, his mother, who abused drugs and alcohol, abandoned Ben, leaving your brother to raise him alone. Your brother, although he was a good father, also battled a drug addiction
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When it comes to working overtime, many employees have questions about their rights and what they are entitled to. One of the provisions in the Basic conditions of Employment Act (“BCEA”) relates to overtime pay, which states that employees who work more than 45 hours per week must be paid overtime at the rate of
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