The Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) in Armitage NO v Valencia Holdings 13 (Pty) Ltd and Others (638/2022) [2023] ZASCA 157 considered an appeal from the full court of the…
The Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) in Armitage NO v Valencia Holdings 13 (Pty) Ltd and Others (638/2022) [2023] ZASCA 157 considered an appeal from the full court of the…
Do modern problems require modern solutions: A consideration of the constitutional challenges to the Electoral Amendment Act In our article published in newsletter # 39/2023, we identified the opportunities and…
Introduction In the realm of public health discourse, mental health has long occupied a secondary role, often overshadowed by physical health and burdened by societal stigmas. However, as our understanding…
Introduction In the midst of a relentless cost-of-living crisis, the imperative to secure multiple income sources has become more than a mere choice — it’s a necessity for many grappling…
The case of Blue Dot Properties is one of a series in which the courts have tried to lay down what constitutes a ‘home’. As with other cases on this…
New SCA decision lays it on the line: stay on the right side of the truth with your insurers Many people grew up believing a story that George Washington, then…
Marriage contracts in South Africa Before 1984, couples had to choose between marrying in community of property or out of community of property When a couple marries in community of…
What should happen when someone unexpectedly comes into a large sum of money, but is found incompetent to manage the funds? If the person is functionally illiterate, and being leaned…
The case of Harper v ABSA Trust Limited N.O. and Others (15794/2022) [2023] ZAWCHC dealt with the duties of a curator bonis in terms of the Administration of Estates Act…
Introduction South Africa’s persistent issue of load shedding has posed unique challenges for both employers and employees. The unpredictable nature of power cuts has left many businesses grappling with the…