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Considering Using Sequestration to Recover Levies? Think Again

08 April 2026

Unpaid levies can leave body corporates out of pocket and out of patience. When conventional debt recovery feels too slow,... sequestration may seem like the obvious next step.

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Buying a House: What Costs Will You Pay, and When?

08 April 2026

It’s a really exciting time, buying a house, particularly if it’s your first! Don’t forget, however, that you will have... to pay a variety of costs over and above the purchase price. What are those costs and when must you pay them? Do they impact your ability to afford the house you have your eye on?

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When Shareholders Fall Out: The Clauses That Save South African Companies

08 April 2026

In business, optimism gets you started. A well-drafted shareholder agreement keeps you protected when things go wrong. Under the ... Companies Act 71 of 2008, a company’s Memorandum of Incorporation (MOI) sets the constitutional framework. But it is the shareholder agreement that truly regulates the relationship between the owners of the business.

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Phrase it™. Own it™.

25 March 2026

Can influencers own their signature sayings? As AI makes imitation easier, we explore how South African law protects catchphrases.

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Your will may need a passport!

25 March 2026

Own assets abroad? A South African will alone may not protect them. Find out how to avoid delays, taxes, and... legal headaches.

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Labour law in the age of AI

24 March 2026

As digital disruption and AI reshape work, here’s how employers can stay compliant with labour law.

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Before the hammer falls: Key tips for auction buyers

24 March 2026

Think before you bid! Auction homes may look like a steal, but hidden debts, “as is” conditions, and eviction risks... can cost more than the hammer hits.

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AI is rewriting the M&A playbook

24 March 2026

AI is changing both what gets bought in mergers & acquisitions and how deals get done.

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When levies rise: What owners must know

04 March 2026

What every sectional title owner should understand before paying more.

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Balancing the digital economy

04 March 2026

A regulatory turning point reshaping digital advertising, platform power and the future of local media.

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Regulating tomorrow’s financial services, today

04 March 2026

South Africa’s fintech landscape is evolving, and regulation is keeping pace.

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Litigation costs, simplified

04 March 2026

Winning a case doesn’t mean winning the bill. Learn how litigation costs really work.

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Considering Using Sequestration to Recover Levies? Think Again

08 April 2026

Unpaid levies can leave body corporates out of pocket and out of patience. When conventional debt recovery feels too slow,... sequestration may seem like the obvious next step.

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Buying a House: What Costs Will You Pay, and When?

08 April 2026

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When Shareholders Fall Out: The Clauses That Save South African Companies

08 April 2026

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Phrase it™. Own it™.

25 March 2026

Can influencers own their signature sayings? As AI makes imitation easier, we explore how South African law protects catchphrases.

Article

Your will may need a passport!

25 March 2026

Own assets abroad? A South African will alone may not protect them. Find out how to avoid delays, taxes, and... legal headaches.

Article

Labour law in the age of AI

24 March 2026

As digital disruption and AI reshape work, here’s how employers can stay compliant with labour law.

Article

Before the hammer falls: Key tips for auction buyers

24 March 2026

Think before you bid! Auction homes may look like a steal, but hidden debts, “as is” conditions, and eviction risks... can cost more than the hammer hits.

Article

AI is rewriting the M&A playbook

24 March 2026

AI is changing both what gets bought in mergers & acquisitions and how deals get done.

Article

When levies rise: What owners must know

04 March 2026

What every sectional title owner should understand before paying more.

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Balancing the digital economy

04 March 2026

A regulatory turning point reshaping digital advertising, platform power and the future of local media.

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Regulating tomorrow’s financial services, today

04 March 2026

South Africa’s fintech landscape is evolving, and regulation is keeping pace.

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Article

Litigation costs, simplified

04 March 2026

Winning a case doesn’t mean winning the bill. Learn how litigation costs really work.

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News & Views

News and relevant legal opinion pieces from MP|W and publishing partners

Latest Articles

Considering Using Sequestration to Recover Levies? Think Again

Buying a House: What Costs Will You Pay, and When?

When Shareholders Fall Out: The Clauses That Save South African Companies

Phrase it™. Own it™.

Your will may need a passport!

Labour law in the age of AI

Before the hammer falls: Key tips for auction buyers

AI is rewriting the M&A playbook

When levies rise: What owners must know

Balancing the digital economy

Regulating tomorrow’s financial services, today

Litigation costs, simplified

Considering Using Sequestration to Recover Levies? Think Again

Buying a House: What Costs Will You Pay, and When?

When Shareholders Fall Out: The Clauses That Save South African Companies

Phrase it™. Own it™.

Your will may need a passport!

Labour law in the age of AI

Before the hammer falls: Key tips for auction buyers

AI is rewriting the M&A playbook

When levies rise: What owners must know

Balancing the digital economy

Regulating tomorrow’s financial services, today

Litigation costs, simplified

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