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King V: Governance Updates For South African Organisations

The King V Report on Corporate Governance, published on 31 October 2025, applies to financial years starting on or after 1 January 2026. King V refines (rather than overhauls) King IV and the transition should be manageable.

South Africa Commercial

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ENS

The Role Of Non-Disclosure Agreements In Commercial Transactions: Importance And Legal Implications

When it comes to high-stakes corporate transactions, information is power and protecting that information is critical. Whether you're negotiating a merger, exploring a joint venture, or conducting due diligence...

South Africa Commercial

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Barnard Inc.

When Friendship Meets Business: Lessons In Joint Ventures

At the heart of many entrepreneurial ventures lies a handshake, a shared vision, and, sometimes, a lack of formal paperwork.

South Africa Commercial

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ENS

King v Launched In South Africa

On 31 October 2025, the IoDSA and the King Committee launched the King V Report, comprising the King V Code on Corporate Governance for South Africa, 2025, King V Foundational Concepts, King V Glossary and King V Disclosure Framework (King V).

South Africa Commercial

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Webber Wentzel

Spotlight On: Tendo Sebuyira

South Africa Commercial

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Ria Pretorius - Director Business Risk Service. Brand Video (Video)

South Africa Commercial

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SNG Grant Thornton

What Is A Shareholders' Agreement In South Africa?

South Africa Commercial

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Barnard Inc.

What Is A Buy-And-Sell Agreement In South Africa?

South Africa Commercial

BI

Barnard Inc.

Regulatory Friction On The JSE: Questioning The Veto On SENS Disclosures

South Africa Commercial

Ai

Andersen in South Africa

Where Mission Meets Structure: What The Companies Act Means For Non-Profit Companies In South Africa

South Africa Commercial

BI

Barnard Inc.

Commixio In Business Rescue In South Africa: When Mixing Turns Ownership Into A Crowd

South Africa Commercial

BI

Barnard Inc.

Prescription In Business Rescue In South Africa: Does The Clock Stop Ticking?

South Africa Commercial

BI

Barnard Inc.

"Substantial Implementation" In Business Rescue In South Africa: When Can A BRP Close The File?

South Africa Commercial

BI

Barnard Inc.

The Compliance Equation: Risk, Regulation, And Reputation In South Africa

South Africa Commercial

BI

Barnard Inc.

What Black Coffee's Divorce Teaches About Customary Marriages

South Africa Family

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Silencing The Canary - An Attack On Whistleblowers

South Africa Employment

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ENS

Eminem Vs. Meta: When Music Meets IP Law

South Africa IP

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ENS

The Critical Intersection Of Mental Health And Employment Law In South Africa (Podcast)

South Africa Employment

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Fasken South Africa

Ria Pretorius - Director Business Risk Service. Brand Video (Video)

South Africa Commercial

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SNG Grant Thornton

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M&A/Private Equity

The Role Of Non-Disclosure Agreements In Commercial Transactions: Importance And Legal Implications

When it comes to high-stakes corporate transactions, information is power and protecting that information is critical. Whether you're negotiating a merger, exploring a joint venture, or conducting due diligence...

South Africa Commercial

BI

Barnard Inc.

The SCA Confirms Expired Contracts Are Unenforceable When A Suspensive Condition Fails

The Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) of South Africa has delivered a key ruling, affirming that a contract containing a suspensive condition automatically becomes null and void if that condition is not met within the set timeframe.

South Africa Commercial

Ai

Andersen in South Africa

Mergers & Acquisitions In The Food Industry: Legal Trends And Considerations

The global food industry has experienced significant transformation in recent years, driven by evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements and economic factors.

South Africa Commercial

WW

Webber Wentzel

Understanding Beneficial Ownership Filing In South Africa

South Africa Commercial

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Barnard Inc.

East Africa Trends (Video)

South Africa Commercial

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ENS

The Costliest Saving In The Boardroom: Why Replacing Your General Counsel Is A Governance Risk

South Africa Commercial

Beach Weather | Legal Marketing

Sun International And Peermont: Behind The Failed Transaction

South Africa Anti-trust

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ENS

Save The Date – East African Community ("EAC") Merger Control Framework To Launch On 1 November 2025

Worldwide Anti-trust

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ENS

Clause For Concern: The Risk Of Pre-Closing Covenants In Notifiable Merger Transactions

South Africa Anti-trust

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ENS

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Compliance

Regulatory Friction On The JSE: Questioning The Veto On SENS Disclosures

In the corporate and commercial legal sphere, transparency is the essential operating standard. For a company listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), the Stock Exchange News Service (SENS)...

South Africa Commercial

Ai

Andersen in South Africa

Where Mission Meets Structure: What The Companies Act Means For Non-Profit Companies In South Africa

Non-profit organisations ("NPOs") have played a vital role in advancing South Africa's socio-economic landscape, addressing key needs in healthcare, education, social welfare, and community development.

South Africa Commercial

BI

Barnard Inc.

The Compliance Equation: Risk, Regulation, And Reputation In South Africa

Conducting a Legal Audit for Compliance in South Africa: Why It Matters and How to Do It Right...

South Africa Commercial

BI

Barnard Inc.

Understanding Beneficial Ownership Filing In South Africa

South Africa Commercial

BI

Barnard Inc.

Class Actions Radar: South Africa

South Africa Litigation

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Reframing Corporate Governance: Key Takeaways From The Draft King v Code In South Africa

South Africa Commercial

Ai

Andersen in South Africa

Annual Returns: A Cornerstone Of Corporate Compliance In SA

South Africa Commercial

Ai

Andersen in South Africa

Beneficial Ownership Compliance In South Africa

South Africa Commercial

Ai

Andersen in South Africa

IFRS S1 & S2: A New Era For Sustainability Reporting In Africa

South Africa Commercial

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SNG Grant Thornton

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Venture Capital

When Friendship Meets Business: Lessons In Joint Ventures

At the heart of many entrepreneurial ventures lies a handshake, a shared vision, and, sometimes, a lack of formal paperwork.

South Africa Commercial

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ENS

Funding Your Growth: Financing Options For South African Businesses

Every ambitious South African entrepreneur dreams of expanding their business in the pursuit of increased profits.

South Africa Commercial

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Andersen in South Africa

"How Can Africa Create More Angel Investors?,"

Startup funding in Africa increased steadily from 2016 until the pinnacle in 2022. After that, deal volume and deal size decreased significantly.

South Africa Commercial

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Lowenstein Sandler

Legal Challenges Part 2 - Capital Structure Issues For African Startups (Podcast)

South Africa Commercial

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Lowenstein Sandler

Challenging Times For M&A

South Africa Commercial

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Advice For Entrepreneurs – Common Mistakes When Starting Out

South Africa Commercial

Ai

Andersen in South Africa

The Role Of Intellectual Property In Empowering Women's Innovation: Challenges And Opportunities

South Africa IP

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Adams & Adams

Where Does The Funding Go?

South Africa Commercial

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Songhai Advisory LLP

The Fundamentals Of Registering Your Business With The CIPC In South Africa

South Africa Commercial

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Sidebrief Inc.

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Corporate and Company Law

King V: Governance Updates For South African Organisations

The King V Report on Corporate Governance, published on 31 October 2025, applies to financial years starting on or after 1 January 2026. King V refines (rather than overhauls) King IV and the transition should be manageable.

South Africa Commercial

E

ENS

The Role Of Non-Disclosure Agreements In Commercial Transactions: Importance And Legal Implications

When it comes to high-stakes corporate transactions, information is power and protecting that information is critical. Whether you're negotiating a merger, exploring a joint venture, or conducting due diligence...

South Africa Commercial

BI

Barnard Inc.

When Friendship Meets Business: Lessons In Joint Ventures

At the heart of many entrepreneurial ventures lies a handshake, a shared vision, and, sometimes, a lack of formal paperwork.

South Africa Commercial

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ENS

King v Launched In South Africa

South Africa Commercial

WW

Webber Wentzel

A Billionaire's Guide To Protecting Your Company From Divorce Fallout

South Africa Family

BI

Barnard Inc.

The Commissioner's Role In Section 417 Enquiries

South Africa Government

BI

Barnard Inc.

Ria Pretorius - Director Business Risk Service. Brand Video (Video)

South Africa Commercial

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SNG Grant Thornton

Unpacking Section 417 Read With Section 418: From Inquiry To Recovery

South Africa Government

BI

Barnard Inc.

TMT AI Series | Part 2 | The Issue With Outputs: Who Really Owns What The Tool Creates?

South Africa Technology

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ENS

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Latest Videos

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Continuing Conversations At Horizon 2.0

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Stren & Blan Partners

SHEroes | In Her Honor: Stories From The Other Side - Amanda Gxwala & Dr Twalo (Video)

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SNG Grant Thornton

Global Business Company (GBC) In Mauritius

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AXIS Fiduciary Ltd

Pragmatically Fearless Campaign (Video)

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Nexia SAB&T

Podcast | Business Law Focus | Why South Africa Languishes Among Bottom 10 For Mining Attractiveness.

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