The Financial Action Task Force (herein "FATF") is the global policy-developing body for anti-money laundering (AML); counter financing of terrorism (CFT); and counter financing...

A recent judgment in the High Court of South Africa (Cape Town) – Muller NO and Another v Cultigrain (Pty) Ltd – has clarified how payments made by a company under winding-up...

Intellectual property is a key factor in what sets a business apart from its competitors. As such, the protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights are essential to preserving the value of those assets.

When choosing a business name, many founders overlook the hidden risks of selecting something that echoes a famous brand or cultural reference. A recent trademark dispute involving Taylor Swift demonstrates how brand associations—not just identical names—can create serious legal and commercial problems that extend far beyond registration formalities.

The question arose whether fines for speed transgressions by homeowners' guests in estates may legally be charged to the homeowner's levy. We look at the current applicable law in South Africa.

South Africa's latest investment announcements have put the country back into the conversation for international investors. With record commitments across energy, infrastructure, manufacturing...

A trust is a legal arrangement whereby a person or entity (i.e. the trustee), holds and manages assets on behalf of another person (i.e. beneficiary) according to terms set out by the person...

Couples often make decisions about their marriage regime for sensible reasons.

If you've ever found yourself on the receiving end of unpaid maintenance – or you know someone who is – there's good news...

The term "unlawful competition" is broad and encompasses a range of unfair business practices. Claims for damages arising out of unlawful competition are often brought together with claims...

It often happens in practice: a Purchaser signs an Offer to Purchase (OTP), fails to comply with obligations (for example, payment of deposit or securing bond approval), disappears for months and then unexpectedly...

Congratulations on finding your dream home! The whole purchasing, financing and transfer process can be confusing and daunting. As you figure out the buying process...

The High Court in a recent judgment reiterated the importance of lodging thorough and adequate disputes in relation to municipal accounts in instances where the disconnection of services...

Saying "I feel harassed" is not enough. South Africa's Protection from Harassment Act 17 of 2011 gives swift, practical relief outside of domestic relationships...

Insolvency law often sounds straightforward until assets, creditors and court processes are spread across more than one country.

When purchasing residential property in South Africa, one of the most important decisions is the choice of ownership vehicle.

When a property is registered in the name of a company rather than in an individual's name, the sale of that property is often structured as a sale of shares in the company.

In South Africa, all companies and close corporations must disclose beneficial ownership information to the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC).

A recent judgment handed down by the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) on 31 March 2025 brings much-needed clarity to an issue that has sometimes left practitioners in a quandary...

Many people confuse parenting plans and parental responsibilities and rights agreements. The key distinction between these two legal concepts lies in who enters into these agreements...