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Rebuilding Trust In AI Policymaking: South Africa’s Draft AI Policy Withdrawal

The recent withdrawal of South Africa’s Draft National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy by the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Mr Solly Malatsi...

South Africa Technology

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Adams & Adams

Director Tenure And Independence Under King V: A Hard Limit Or A Factor For Consideration?

The release of the King V Code on Corporate Governance has prompted boards across all sectors to take a fresh look at their governance policies and practices.

South Africa Commercial

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ENS

Empowerment And Competition Law In South Africa: A Playbook For Investors, Sponsors And Advisors

South Africa's empowerment framework intersects critically with competition law, creating substantive requirements for mergers and conduct enforcement. How do B-BBEE obligations shape deal outcomes, regulatory engagement, and compliance strategies for investors navigating this dual regulatory landscape?

South Africa Anti-trust

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Andersen in South Africa

Protecting Plant Varieties In South Africa

South Africa's agricultural sector presents significant commercial opportunities for horticultural businesses and farmers who breed or import plant varieties.

South Africa IP

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Adams & Adams

Pausing An Execution To Protect Your Business Operations

South Africa Commercial

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Barnard Inc.

South Africa’s Draft National AI Policy: Building A Framework For Responsible And Inclusive AI Governance

South Africa Technology

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Adams & Adams

Can A Suspended Attorney Who Is A Director Of An Incorporated Company Represent The Company As A Legal Practitioner In Proceedings Before Court?

South Africa Litigation

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ENS

South African GloBE Minimum Tax Compliance

South Africa Tax

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SNG Grant Thornton

Labour Appeal Court Confirms Dismissal For Unauthorised Gathering And Insubordination

South Africa Employment

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Fasken

JSE Simplifies Listings Requirements

South Africa Commercial

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ENS

Clause For Concern: Understanding The Risks In Legal Agreements

South Africa Commercial

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Barnard Inc.

Scaling Sustainability: How The Mid-market Is Future-proofing Growth

South Africa Commercial

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SNG Grant Thornton

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

South Africa Government

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ENS

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

South Africa Law Performance

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Barnard Inc.

Pausing An Execution To Protect Your Business Operations

South Africa Commercial

BI

Barnard Inc.

Updating Your MSA For A Changing World

South Africa Technology

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ENS

South Africa Publishes Draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy For Public Comment

South Africa Technology

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Fasken

Why You Need To Engage And Comment On The Draft South Africa National AI Policy

South Africa Media & IT

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ENS

When Enforcement Overreaches: What A Recent FICA Judgment Means For Sanctions

South Africa Finance

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ENS

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

Ai

Andersen in South Africa

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

King V is the fifth iteration of South Africa's corporate governance reports which was released on 31 October 2025 by the Institute of Directors in South Africa...

South Africa Commercial

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ENS

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

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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

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

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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

B-BBEE Ownership: Why The Right Share Options Count

South Africa Commercial

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Barnard Inc.

South African Entrepreneurs And The Power Of Offshore Structuring

South Africa Wealth Mgt

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Sentient International Limited

Beneficial Ownership Compliance In South Africa

In an era demanding greater corporate transparency, the concept of beneficial ownership has moved from a niche legal term to an essential compliance imperative for businesses operating in South Africa.

South Africa Commercial

Ai

Andersen in South Africa

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

As global expectations for corporate sustainability disclosure tighten, Africa stands at a pivotal crossroads. The release of the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB)'s IFRS S1...

South Africa Commercial

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SNG Grant Thornton

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

BI

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

South Africa Commercial

Ai

Andersen in South Africa

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

The Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA) is South Africa's cornerstone for regulating how personal information is collected, stored and processed. As AI technologies continue to evolvel.

South Africa Privacy

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Andersen in South Africa

How Your Business Would Benefit From Appointing A Company Secretary

In South Africa, private companies are not legally required to appoint a company secretary unless stipulated in their Memorandum of Incorporation (MOI).

South Africa Commercial

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Fairbridges

Finding Your Way Through The Diesel Refund Maze

In recent years, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) has been tightening its grip on diesel refund claims and related compliance requirements.

South Africa Commercial

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Andersen in South Africa

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?

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

Fostering Corporate Accountability: Transparency In Political Party Donations

South Africa Commercial

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ENS

B-BBEE Trust Governance For Renewable Energy In South Africa

South Africa Energy

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Andersen in South Africa

Doing Business Responsibly In South Africa: A Guide For Global Investors

South Africa Commercial

Ai

Andersen in South Africa

Addressing Increased Cybersecurity Threats To Financial Institutions: The FSCA And Prudential Authority's Response

South Africa Media & IT

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ENS

A Guide To Conducting An Internal Corporate Investigation

South Africa Criminal

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ENS

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

South Africa Litigation

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Andersen in South Africa

ESG And Sustainable Business Practices In South Africa

South Africa Commercial

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Andersen in South Africa

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

South Africa Energy

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Andersen in South Africa

Overview Of The Legal Framework For Start-ups And Entrepreneurs

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

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