Selection criteria used for retrenchment

Implications for creditors in light of Van Zyl v Auto Commodities (Pty) Ltd revisited: Understanding sections 154(1) and 154(2) of the South African Companies Act 71 of 2008

The South African Companies Act 71 of 2008 (Companies Act) provides a framework for business rescue proceedings, aimed at rehabilitating financially distressed companies. Sections 154(1) and 154(2) of the act are particularly significant as they address the consequences of a business rescue plan for creditors’ claims. The case of Van Zyl v Auto Commodities (Pty) Ltd (ZASCA 67) offers valuable insights into the interpretation and application of these provisions, especially concerning the liability of sureties.

Health and Safety in the Workplace: Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) - Pending Amendments

Silence is violence: The role of men in advocating for women’s rights and curbing the rise of gender-based discrimination

Gift Xaba, Senior Associate in the Pro Bono & Human Rights practice joined Naledi Moleo on Newzroom Afrika to discuss Silence is violence: The role of men in advocating for women’s rights and curbing the rise of gender-based discrimination.

Estate Planning for women-owned businesses

Join Trusts & Estates practice Director, Emily West as she sits down with Practice Head, Gretchen Barkhuizen-Barbosa to discuss a critical yet often overlooked topic: Estate Planning for Women-Owned Businesses in South Africa.

Exclusive use areas: What are they, how are they created and are they all equal?

In terms of the Sectional Titles Act 95 of 1986 (Act), exclusive use areas are defined as parts of the common property for the exclusive use by the owner or owners of one or more sections in a sectional title scheme. An exclusive use area is therefore a portion of the common property which is reserved for the exclusive use of an owner of a section in the scheme. Examples of exclusive use areas can include gardens, parking bays, garages, patios, storerooms and courtyards. Section 27 of the Act regulates the rights of exclusive use of parts of commonproperty 

Is a cash tax refund application dead on arrival? Lessons for the Finance Bill, 2025

The Tax Appeals Tribunal (Tribunal) has recently issued a significant decision in Nabo Africa Funds v Commissioner of Domestic Taxes (Tax Appeal E334 of 2024) KETAT 141 (KLR) (21 February 2025) (judgment), concerning the treatment of approved tax refunds and the right of exempt taxpayers to receive such refunds in cash.