Is business interruption (BI) insurance a COVID-19 lifeline?

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Measure twice, cut once: Recent case law on how to remove company directors

In any war between factions of shareholders, the first battle typically plays out in respect of board composition, as that is the central decision-making organ of a company. The procedures regarding director removals are not necessarily very complex but can turn out that way if not followed surgically. The recent unreported judgments of Jones and Others v Delport and Others (2023/082594) (28 August 2024) and Sharp and Another v Buthelezi and Others (2024/088147) (18 September 2024), in the Gauteng High Court Local and Provincial Divisions, underline the importance of this and remind us of the sage advice, “ measure twice, cut once ”. Under the Companies Act 71 of 2008 (Companies Act), the removal of a director may occur either by their fellow directors under section 71(3) or via an ordinary resolution of the company’s shareholders under section 71(1). Each of these has different requirements andconsiderations. 

Industry update: Change in air service licensing process

In a significant shift for South Africa’s aviation sector, the Minister of Transport has announced a crucial change regarding the processing of Foreign Operator Permit applications and Air Service Licence applications.

Syndicated Loan Financing and the role of facility agent

Syndicated and club loans are now the leading source of private debt funding for corporates in South Africa.

Samantha Kelly discussed balancing her career and her role as a mom

Samantha Kelly, Counsel in the Real Estate Law practice was featured in the DealMakers Women 2024 Issue where she discussed balancing her career and her role as amom. 

We need business rescue to combat extreme rise in liquidations

Mongezi Mpahlwa, Director of our Dispute Resolution practice joined Tumisang Ndlovu on Newzroom Afrika to discuss the need for business rescue to combat the extreme rise in liquidations.