Liquidation of various assets that are owned by former ANCYL leader, Julius Malema

The annual 16 Days Of Activism: A time to reflect, a time to take action

The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an international campaign that runs annually from 25 November to 10 December. The campaign is supported by the United Nations and this year, the UN marked the 16 Days of Activism under the theme “ UNiTE! Activism to End Violence against Women and Girls ”. The importance of this period is globally recognised, with several countries pursuing their own events and campaigns raising awareness for and supporting the fight against gender-based violence. Every year, the South African Government launches a 16 Days of Activism campaign under a theme that responds to the realities of South Africa.

Developments in anti-bullying measures in South Africa: Possible jail time for bullies

South Africa is a country plagued by bullying and associated child-on-child abuse. Despite there being five separate pieces of legislation aimed at preventing and addressing bullying among minors in and outside of school, educational institutions, parents, and teachers are still struggling to grapple with the complex nature of bullying. Over the past few months, our country has had a notable increase in minor student suicides, which have been heavily reported to be a consequence of bullying.

Remote working in South Africa: The tax and employment law implications

Unpacking the Affordable Housing Levy: Next steps for employers and employees?

Kenya’s housing deficit has been a long-standing issue for many government regimes. The need to realise the constitutional aspirations of Article 43 on the right to accessible and adequate housing has led recent administrations to earmark housing as a key priority development area.

Tax proposals in the Finance Bill, 2023: The wins and losses for ordinary taxpayers

The long-awaited Finance Bill, 2023 (Bill) was finally tabled before the National Assembly on 4 May 2023. The Bill comes after a lot of speculation by taxpayers, lobbying by business associations, and speeches or promises from government officials. Among the changes that ordinary taxpayers were expecting in the Bill include exemption of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from value-added tax (VAT) and levies and fast-tracking of the tax refund process.

Healthcare services disrupted as Nehawu wage strike

Aadil Patel, Head of our Employment Law Practice, speaks to 702 regarding SA's healthcare services disrupted due to Nehawu wage strike.