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2 September 2025 Article

When protest payments pay off

In KwaDukuza Municipality v Consolidated Aone Trade and Invest 6 (Pty) Ltd and Others (1273/2023) ZASCA 86 (11 June 2025), the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) was called upon to decide whether payments made under protest are recoverable and whether or not a municipality is entitled to retain funds paid for rates beyond the period set out in section 118(1) of the Municipal Systems Act 32 of 2000 (Municipal Systems Act), to the extent that such payments are made under protest and duress. The facts, legal reasoning and practical implications of this case are important for anyone dealing with disputed municipal claims and/or considering whether to pay under protest.

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