Understanding section 65: When courts may pierce the corporate veil of a close corporation
South African law affords companies and close corporations (CCs) the protection of separate legal personality, but that protection is not absolute.
Governance headwinds in renewable energy
A MOI is the cornerstone of corporate governance in South Africa. It sets out how a company operates, including shareholder rights, directors’ powers, and voting procedures, and all stakeholders are required to comply with it.
Interpreting contracts: Why form and substance matter
Contracts are more than words on paper. Courts will honour what is written, unless there is clear evidence that the writing is a disguise.
An unhealthy interest: What is “usury” in South African Law?
Interest - defined as the cost of borrowing money – has often been viewed with suspicion since time immemorial, and interest rates can vary widely...
Behind the scenes: Mobilising West Wits Mining’s Qala Shallows Project
The journey of mobilising the Qala Shallows project reveals a compelling story marked by vision, innovative financing, dedicated collaboration and strategic execution behind the scenes.
Fixing the flow: Can public-private partnerships improve water and sanitation?
South Africa’s water and sanitation sector confronts significant challenges, but PPPs offer a powerful tool for change.
Avoiding contract pitfalls: The devil is in the detail
South African courts have recently sent a firm reminder to businesses: contracts are not guidelines – they are binding rules. Form and substance really do matter.
From courtroom drama to AI trauma
A recent South African court case revealed the risks of relying on AI without checking the facts: citations that never existed, wasted costs, and reputations and credibility on the line.
Mandate expired, commission not lost
In real estate, agents may still earn commission if they introduced a buyer during a valid mandate, even if the sale concludes after the mandate expires.
Payer, beware!
In a world of cyber scams and Business Email Compromise (BEC), a number of recent court rulings are sending a loud message: if you’re paying, the risk is yours.
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