The Constitutional Court has confirmed a decision that section 44 of the Land Use Planning Ordinance is unconstitutional and invalid.

On Friday, 2 June 2017, a notice (GNR.489) was published in Government Gazette No. 40883, which contains guidelines/explanatory notes in relation to the Construction Regulations, 2014.

Africa Construction Law (ACL), for which Herbert Smith Freehills partner and Joint Global Head of Construction Disputes, James Doe, is an Advisory Board member, is launching...

As the migration from rural to urban centres continues, city leaders are having to address sizable challenges, in an effort to create more livable, sustainable and productive cities.

The NEC Contract Board has very recently announced that a new NEC4 contracts suite will be made available in June 2017.

Recent influential court decisions and what they may mean for your business.

KPMG interviewed executives from 165 engineering and construction companies around the world for the firm’s "2013 Global Construction Survey".

On 20 February 2023, the Western Cape High Court handed down a judgment that sheds light on the determination of tender qualification criteria for contractors in the construction industry.

Our construction, infrastructure and PPP sector newsletter covers subjects of commercial and practical relevance for our clients doing business in Africa.

Insurance is a vital risk mitigation tool in construction projects. Whether insurance is taken out due to a statutory, regulatory or contractual requirement or as an additional measure of protection, parties cannot afford to go without it.

Africa is growing at a rapid pace. Investment opportunities abound. But with every opportunity comes challenges.

In Andersen in South Africa's segment of the webinar Director Keshia Manolios discusses legal aspects of data-centric construction workflows.

Sale agreements commonly include a clause stating that the item or property is purchased from the seller voetstoots.

This conversion has various implications for persons with interests in land in Nairobi.

The Spatial Planning & Land Use Management Act, 2013 ("SPLUMA"), which is part of a law reform process designed to align land use planning with specific provisions of the Constitution, became law in August, 2013.

The expropriation of property is a significant legal and political issue in South Africa, particularly in the context of land reform and redressing historical injustices.

In 1999, FIDIC issued the First Edition of its "Rainbow Suite" of construction contracts, which were intended to be modern and balanced standard forms of construction contract...

During his 2008 Budget speech, the Minister of Finance, Trevor Manuel, announced that the Urban Renewal Tax Incentive that was introduced in 2004, will be extended for another five years until March 2014.

There has been a steady move towards a property industry that is more consumer-focused and offers consumers more protection.

This mini Q+A series focuses on the economy, with each episode concentrating on specific points of discussion. It provides you with a quick and easy way to stay informed of the ever-changing economic situation...