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Webinar: Evolving Global Investigations Landscape: Risk Management And Response Strategies For International Businesses In Africa

Please watch this webinar from Stren & Blan Partners.

Worldwide Litigation

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Stren & Blan Partners

The concept of "data ownership" is complex, with a fundamental legal question remaining unresolved: can data be owned? A recent Supreme Court of...

South Africa Litigation

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ENS

The Price Of Misrepresentation: Warranties And The Cost Of Error

The matter arose from a contractual dispute between a motor vehicle dealership (the Plaintiff) and a retired police officer (the Defendant).

South Africa Litigation

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Adams & Adams

South Africa's SCA Reinforces Judicial Support For Arbitration Agreements

Emerging arbitration jurisdictions often face challenges in establishing themselves as credible and reliable seats for international arbitration with a key focus on achieving minimal judicial intervention.

South Africa Litigation

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

The Transferability Of General Damages To A Deceased's Estate

South Africa Litigation

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ENS

One Clause To Sink Them All – The Crucial Drafting Lesson Taught By Destin v Saipem

Congo Litigation

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Macfarlanes LLP

The Written Words That Cannot Testify: Legal Limits To Extra-Judicial Statements Of A Witness

Nigeria Litigation

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Tope Adebayo LP

Legal Explainer: Convention On The Establishment Of The International Organisation For Mediation (CIOM)

Worldwide Litigation

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Enforcement Of Foreign And Local Arbitral Awards In Nigeria

Nigeria Litigation

Danol Partners

To Entertain Or To Not Entertain A Moot Point.

South Africa Litigation

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ENS

SCA Cautions Legal Practitioners Against Alleging Sinister Motives By LPC When Dealing With Misconduct Complaints

South Africa Litigation

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ENS

A Review Of The Arbitration And Mediation Act 2023: Charting A New Course In Nigeria.

Nigeria Litigation

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Alliance Law Firm

International Arbitration Comparative Guide

Nigeria Litigation

Tayo Oyetibo LP

The Middle Eastern And African Arbitration Review

Nigeria Litigation

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

Standard Bank vs. SARB: Important Ruling On Cryptocurrencies And South African Exchange Controls

South Africa Technology

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ENS

How To Obtain Tax Clearance Certificate (TCC) In Nigeria

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Firmus Advisory

What Every Developer Needs To Know About Township Establishment

South Africa Real Estate

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Barnard Inc.

Taxation In Nigeria: A Review Of The Newly Approved VAT Formula

Gresyndale Legal

The Newly Approved Tax Reform Bill: A Voyage Into The Future Of Nigeria's Tax Allocation.

Gresyndale Legal

Personal Injury

Public Liability Claims: A Cautionary Tale On Public Infrastructure And Personal Vigilance

The matter concerns a claim for damages arising from an incident in which the Plaintiff fell into an open manhole while walking along a pavement in Soweto.

South Africa Litigation

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Adams & Adams

RAF Litigation: The Prolonged Delay On General Damages – What's Causing It, And How Do We Fix It?

The current assessment process for general damages in the Road Accident Fund (RAF) is facing significant challenges due to delayed and inconsistent claims assessments.

South Africa Litigation

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Adams & Adams

Joinder Of Third Party In Slip And Fall Case: A Legal Analysis

In legal proceedings, the joinder of a third party can be a critical aspect, especially in cases where multiple parties may share liability.

South Africa Litigation

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Adams & Adams

The Unseen Shield: Foreseeability Of Damages In Delictual Claims

South Africa Litigation

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Adams & Adams

Disclaimers In Action: How One Notice Changed The Outcome Of A Lawsuit

South Africa Litigation

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Adams & Adams

Balancing The Duty Of Care With Patient Autonomy: A Patient's Right To Refuse Medical Treatment

South Africa Healthcare

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Court Rules: Public Liability Insurance Is Not A Free Pass For Careless Behaviour

South Africa Insurance

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Adams & Adams

An Introduction To Sports Law: Key Legal Areas And Issues In Sports

South Africa Media & IT

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Unsuccessful Civil Damages Following Altercation That Left Victim Partially Paralysed

South Africa Litigation

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ENS

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Trials & Appeals & Compensation

Contracts With Statutory Flavour: The Court Of Appeal Case Of C.B.N v Adani Mega System Limited (2025) And The "Additional Jurisdiction" Of The Federal High Court

Recently, the Court of Appeal ("CA") delivered its decision ("Decision") in the case of Central Bank of Nigeria v. Adani Mega System Limited (Appeal No. CA/ABJ/CV/1300/2023) (the "Appeal").

Nigeria Government

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G ELIAS

The Price Of Misrepresentation: Warranties And The Cost Of Error

The matter arose from a contractual dispute between a motor vehicle dealership (the Plaintiff) and a retired police officer (the Defendant).

South Africa Litigation

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Adams & Adams

Demolition Notices In Lagos

If you have just received a demolition notice in Lagos, one of the most strategic decisions you can take is to get independent legal advise.

Nigeria Real Estate

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Balogun Harold

Obtaining A Gambling License In Nigeria: Procedure & Requirements (2025 Guide)

Nigeria Media & IT

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Resolution Law Firm

Passing-Off In South Africa: Protecting Trade Reputation In Competitive Markets

South Africa Consumer

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Barnard Inc.

Parental Alienation And The Child's Best Interests

South Africa Family

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Barnard Inc.

The Transferability Of General Damages To A Deceased's Estate

South Africa Litigation

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ENS

Tax Update: FIRS' Country-by-Country Reporting Regulations Declared Void By The Federal High Court

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Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie

The Written Words That Cannot Testify: Legal Limits To Extra-Judicial Statements Of A Witness

Nigeria Litigation

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Tope Adebayo LP

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Disclosure & Electronic Discovery & Privilege

International Arbitration Comparative Guide

International Arbitration Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Nigeria, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries

Nigeria Litigation

Tayo Oyetibo LP

Video Evidence Seals The Deal: High Court Enforces Suretyships

In a recent judgment delivered by the Gauteng Division of the High Court, the Plaintiff, a major financial institution, sought a monetary judgment against the Defendants...

South Africa Litigation

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Adams & Adams

International Arbitration Comparative Guide

International Arbitration Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Uzbekistan, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries

Uzbekistan Litigation

PraeLegal

Balancing Disclosure In South African Courts: Rule 53; Rule 35; And Judicial Discretion

South Africa Litigation

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

International Arbitration Comparative Guide

Senegal Litigation

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AF LEGAL

Navigating Negotiations: A Guide To The "Without Prejudice" Rule

Ghana Litigation

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Asare Bediako & Co

Third-Party Funding In International Arbitration: Disclosure Obligation As An Antidote To Conflicts Of Interest In Third-Party Funding Arrangements

Nigeria Litigation

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Tope Adebayo LP

Uncover The Truth With EDiscovery: Safeguarding Your Organisation From Internal Fraud Beyond Litigation

South Africa Litigation

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ENS

Diplomatic Immunities & Privileges In Nigeria (Part 1): An Analysis Of The Rights And Privileges Of Diplomats In Nigeria

Nigeria Litigation

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

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Civil Law

Enforcement Of Foreign And Local Arbitral Awards In Nigeria

An arbitral award is the final decision or ruling issued by an arbitral tribunal in the resolution of a dispute submitted to arbitration. It is similar to a court judgment but is rendered by arbitrators instead of judges.

Nigeria Litigation

Danol Partners

International Arbitration Comparative Guide

International Arbitration Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Nigeria, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries

Nigeria Litigation

Tayo Oyetibo LP

Uganda Supreme Court's Waiver Of 30% Deposit By Mortgagors: A Borrower's Win Or A Legal Mix-up?

The requirement that a borrower seeking to postpone the sale of his mortgaged property must deposit 30% of the debt has long been the bane of many distressed borrowers.

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ENS

Civil Procedure In Focus: Exploring Key Innovations And Changes In The High Court Of Federal Capital Territory (Civil Procedure) Rules, 2025

Nigeria Litigation

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G ELIAS

International Arbitration Comparative Guide

Uzbekistan Litigation

PraeLegal

Failure To Accompany A Motion For Joinder With Necessary Supporting Documentation: Fatal Or Pardonable?

Nigeria Litigation

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S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Notable Innovations In The Recent High Court Of The Federal Capital Territory (Civil Procedure) Rules, 2025

Nigeria Litigation

Compos Mentis Legal Practitioners

Imperatives For Receipt Of The Norwich Pharmacal Order Into The Nigerian Legal System

Nigeria Litigation

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Tope Adebayo LP

International Arbitration Comparative Guide

Senegal Litigation

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AF LEGAL

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Latest Videos

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Young AFSA Webinar – Session 3 (Video)

Deale Attorneys

The CBN Naira Redesign And The Supreme Court Ruling; What You Should Know. (Video)

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The Trusted Advisors

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Zenas Chambers, ChimwaMurombe Legal Practice

State Capture Inquiry | Steven Powell And Dudu Myeni Testify | 2 (Video)

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ENS

Dispute Resolution (Video)

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SchoemanLaw Inc.

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