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Business Licensing Bill, 2025: Streamlining Trade Or Stifling Enterprise?

The South African government published the Business Licensing Bill, 2025 (the "Bill") on 26 September 2025.

South Africa Government

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ENS

Legal Representatives In Section 417 Enquiries – The Triple R's

In the previous article, we explored the powers and limits of the Commissioner in Section 417 enquiries.

South Africa Law Performance

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Barnard Inc.

King v: The New Blueprint For Corporate Resilience

The King Code on Corporate Governance for South Africa has been a north star, guiding business practices for more than three decades. While the report principally sets out the standards of performance expected...

South Africa Commercial

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

From Compliance To Consequence: Decoding King V's New Mandate For Corporate Stewardship

The publication of the King V Code on Corporate Governance for South Africa 2025 (King V) marks a pivotal evolution in South African corporate stewardship.

South Africa Commercial

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Andersen in South Africa

King v: Data, Information And Technology – What You Need To Know

South Africa Commercial

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ENS

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

South Africa Commercial

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Andersen in South Africa

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

South Africa Commercial

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Barnard Inc.

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

South Africa Commercial

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Barnard Inc.

Understanding Beneficial Ownership Filing In South Africa

South Africa Commercial

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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

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Andersen in South Africa

Annual Returns: A Cornerstone Of Corporate Compliance In SA

South Africa Commercial

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Andersen in South Africa

Beneficial Ownership Compliance In South Africa

South Africa Commercial

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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

The Guiding Principles Of AI Usage In The Legal Profession: A Holistic Overview

South Africa Technology

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ENS

The BBC Scandal: Mismanagement Of Manipulation In The Workplace

South Africa Employment

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ENS

Silencing The Canary - An Attack On Whistleblowers

South Africa Employment

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ENS

When AI Meets IP: A Lawsuit Waiting To Happen?

South Africa IP

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ENS

SARB Exchange Control Tightening: Mandatory SARS Compliance For Non-Resident Income Remittance

South Africa Tax

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Andersen in South Africa

B-BBEE Ownership: Why The Right Share Options Count

In the context of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE), ownership is one of the key elements of measurement.

South Africa Commercial

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Barnard Inc.

South African Entrepreneurs And The Power Of Offshore Structuring

Few regions in the world match the entrepreneurial spirit found in South Africa. From tech pioneers to resource innovators and dynamic SMEs, South African business owners have consistently demonstrated ambition...

South Africa Wealth Mgt

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Sentient International Limited

Empowerment And M&A: Strategies For Complying With B-BBEE Codes In SA

Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE), a legislative framework designed to address historical economic imbalances in South Africa, stands as a pivotal, albeit often contentious...

South Africa Commercial

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Andersen in South Africa

Moratorium:Impossible – High Court Keeps The Business-Rescue Shield Intact

When a disgruntled 33 percent shareholder asked the High Court to pierce the statutory "force field"...

South Africa Commercial

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Barnard Inc.

Understanding Statement 102 Within South Africa's B-BBEE Framework

South Africa Commercial

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Webber Wentzel

The Communities We Leave Behind: Charting A Sustainable Legacy For Mining In South Africa

South Africa Energy

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Webber Wentzel

Deregistration Of Non-Compliant Companies

South Africa Commercial

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Adams & Adams

AI And Consent: Obtaining Valid Consent For Data Processing Under POPIA

South Africa Privacy

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Andersen in South Africa

How Your Business Would Benefit From Appointing A Company Secretary

South Africa Commercial

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Finding Your Way Through The Diesel Refund Maze

South Africa Commercial

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Andersen in South Africa

Data As An Asset

South Africa Privacy

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ENS

What, The FIC, Is Beneficial Ownership?

South Africa Commercial

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ENS

Funding Your Growth: Financing Options For South African Businesses

South Africa Commercial

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Andersen in South Africa

Submitting Beneficial Ownership/Beneficial Interest Information: Recent Developments And A Step-By-Step Guide For Companies To Follow

South Africa Commercial

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ENS

Data As An Asset

In today's digital economy, data has emerged as a cornerstone asset for businesses, fundamentally shaping how organisations operate and innovate.

South Africa Privacy

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ENS

What, The FIC, Is Beneficial Ownership?

In terms of section 21B of the Financial Intelligence Centre Act 38 of 2001 ("FICA"), as amended by the General Laws (Anti-Money Laundering and Combating Terrorism Financing) Amendment Act 22 of 2022...

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

Submitting Beneficial Ownership/Beneficial Interest Information: Recent Developments And A Step-By-Step Guide For Companies To Follow

On 28 June 2024, the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (the "CIPC") published a media release (the "Release") which provides that the CIPC will, with effect from the 1st of July 2024, strictly enforce the filing of Beneficial Ownership Declarations with the filing of annual returns.

South Africa Commercial

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ENS

Fostering Corporate Accountability: Transparency In Political Party Donations

South Africa Commercial

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ENS

Avoiding The Courtroom: Good Business Practices For South African Business Owners

As a corporate and litigation lawyer, I have witnessed firsthand the significant impact that litigation can have on businesses. Lawsuits are time-consuming, expensive, and emotionally draining...

South Africa Litigation

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Andersen in South Africa

ESG And Sustainable Business Practices In South Africa

In an era marked by heightened environmental awareness and societal expectations, businesses are increasingly recognizing the importance of Environmental, Social and Governance...

South Africa Commercial

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Andersen in South Africa

Disposal Of Business And Assets In South Africa In The Energy Sector

The energy sector is a global juggernaut, with companies often navigating complex international landscapes. For local and overseas companies considering the disposal of business...

South Africa Energy

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Andersen in South Africa

Overview Of The Legal Framework For Start-ups And Entrepreneurs

Embarking on the journey of entrepreneurship is exhilarating. The energy, passion and innovative ideas that fuel start-ups are awe-inspiring. However, amidst the excitement...

South Africa Commercial

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Andersen in South Africa

Navigating South Africa's New Beneficial Ownership Requirements: A Guide For Trusts

South Africa Commercial

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ENS

Trustee Compliance: Existing And Upcoming Master's Office And SARS Reporting Deadlines

South Africa Commercial

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ENS

Beware Of The Operator Contract - A Necessity For POPIA Compliance

South Africa Commercial

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Fasken

Compliance With Prescribed Mode Of Acceptance Is Key To Ensuring A Binding Agreement

South Africa Commercial

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Tiefenthaler Africa

Company Responsibilities Update

South Africa Commercial

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Nexia SAB&T

In Search Of Clarity: Navigating The New Terrain Of Appeals In South Africa

South Africa Litigation

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ENS

Strengthening Compliance: Understanding The UK's Upcoming "Failure To Prevent Fraud" Offence

South Africa Criminal

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ENS

How To Comply With FICA And Avoid Heavy Fines And Jail Time

South Africa Finance

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Barnard Inc.

Companies Operating In Africa: How To Navigate The FATF Grey Listings

South Africa Commercial

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Ocorian

Interview With Ndubuisi Kejeh, Founding Partner At Mustard

South Africa Commercial

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Ocorian

Trending: Fashion Brand Mergers And Acquisitions

South Africa Commercial

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Barnard Inc.

Are You A Local Company Or Multinational Processing Personal Information In South Africa?

South Africa Privacy

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Andersen in South Africa

Due Diligence | The What, The Why And The When

South Africa Commercial

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Barnard Inc.

Key Considerations When Incorporating In South Africa

South Africa Commercial

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TMF Group BV

The Role Of The Information Officer Under POPIA

South Africa Commercial

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SchoemanLaw Inc.

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