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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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Gig work: The legal reality
04 March 2026

Flexible work comes with legal responsibility. Employers, know the risks.

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SARS raises the penalty bar
04 March 2026

Claiming a bona fide error may soon be far more difficult.

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Culture vs style: When workplace dress codes cross the line
16 January 2026

How far can employers go in regulating appearance? A recent court ruling highlights when dress codes clash with culture, religion... and constitutional rights.

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Competition Commission guidelines on confidential information
16 January 2026

The Competition Commission’s new guidelines explain how businesses can have confidential information protected and how this is assessed.

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Termination of joint ownership, rights in question: PIE Act explained
16 January 2026

Ending joint ownership must meet specific legal requirements and can carry significant practical consequences.

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Trusts firmly in SARS’s crosshairs
16 January 2026

SARS is tightening its focus on trusts, with penalties for non-compliance set to take effect in 2026.

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From pen to platform: can you sign digitally?
14 January 2026

Are digital signatures legally valid? Find out when electronic signing works, and when “pen to paper” is still required.

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When “just a WhatsApp” becomes legal evidence
14 January 2026

WhatsApp messages can be used as decisive legal evidence. What seems like an informal chat may have serious consequences in... court.

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When levies rise: What owners must know

04 March 2026

What every sectional title owner should understand before paying more.

READ MORE
29
Article

Balancing the digital economy

04 March 2026

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

READ MORE
22
Article

Regulating tomorrow’s financial services, today

04 March 2026

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

READ MORE
36
Article

Litigation costs, simplified

04 March 2026

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

READ MORE
40
Article

Gig work: The legal reality

04 March 2026

Flexible work comes with legal responsibility. Employers, know the risks.

READ MORE
40
Article

SARS raises the penalty bar

04 March 2026

Claiming a bona fide error may soon be far more difficult.

READ MORE
34
Article

Culture vs style: When workplace dress codes cross the line

16 January 2026

How far can employers go in regulating appearance? A recent court ruling highlights when dress codes clash with culture, religion... and constitutional rights.

READ MORE
228
Article

Competition Commission guidelines on confidential information

16 January 2026

The Competition Commission’s new guidelines explain how businesses can have confidential information protected and how this is assessed.

READ MORE
160
Article

Termination of joint ownership, rights in question: PIE Act explained

16 January 2026

Ending joint ownership must meet specific legal requirements and can carry significant practical consequences.

READ MORE
272
Article

Trusts firmly in SARS’s crosshairs

16 January 2026

SARS is tightening its focus on trusts, with penalties for non-compliance set to take effect in 2026.

READ MORE
159
Article

From pen to platform: can you sign digitally?

14 January 2026

Are digital signatures legally valid? Find out when electronic signing works, and when “pen to paper” is still required.

READ MORE
218
Article

When “just a WhatsApp” becomes legal evidence

14 January 2026

WhatsApp messages can be used as decisive legal evidence. What seems like an informal chat may have serious consequences in... court.

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Out with maternity leave, in with parental leave

03 December 2025

A landmark ruling has redefined parental leave in South Africa. Here’s what changed.

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AI regulation on the horizon

03 December 2025

AI is here, and so is the need for regulation. Find out what South Africa is doing to govern its... rise.

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The tax distinction between local and foreign dividends

03 December 2025

Not all dividends are taxed the same. Discover how South Africa treats local vs foreign dividends, and why it matters.

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How 2025 redefined trust compliance in South Africa

03 December 2025

From stricter reporting to AI-driven enforcement, 2025 reshaped how trusts are managed. Here’s what you need to know.

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The cost of a “Return to Office” order

01 December 2025

Before you call remote employees back to the office, understand the risks.

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Can aggressive dogs be taken from Private Property?

01 December 2025

When property rights meet public safety, even your dog may need to be leashed… or impounded.

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Drawing a line on fines

01 December 2025

A fresh set of rules is changing the way sectional titles handle fines. Here’s what every resident and trustee needs... to know.

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Selling Your House This Summer? Get Your Ducks in a Row With This Checklist

24 November 2025

Summer has always been a prime time to buy and sell property in South Africa. Everyone’s spirits lift with the... blue-sky weather, the festive season beckons, and holiday travel booms. If you’re planning to take advantage of this seasonal upswing by selling now, get your ducks in a row with our Seller’s Checklist – a simple and practical guide with all the key ingredients for a perfect sales strategy. You’ll be well on your way to a successful sale and a quick and hassle-free transfer!

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Panhandle Access to Properties – The Mistakes to Avoid

12 November 2025

You find out after taking transfer of your new house that your property comes with a “right of way” servitude... in favour of your neighbours. That’s bad news not only for your enjoyment of your nice new property, but also for its value.   A recent High Court decision addressed just such a situation. A property buyer found himself saddled unexpectedly with a neighbour happily using the panhandle road across his land. We’ll share some ideas on how sellers, buyers and neighbours can all avoid the same mistakes as were made by the various role players in this case. “You aren’t buying a house, you’re buying a lifestyle.” (Anon)

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How ADR Moves Disputes Toward Resolution

12 November 2025

Court cases are often lengthy, expensive, and emotionally draining. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)  offers a practical and effective path forward.... By focusing on collaboration instead of confrontation, ADR allows parties to resolve disputes quickly, privately, and with greater control over the outcome.ADR covers processes such as negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and conciliation, all of which are designed to reduce the burden of litigation while still delivering fair and enforceable results. Here are five ways ADR can help you move your dispute forward.

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Navigating Construction Contracts with Confidence

06 November 2025,  Antony Arvan

When the ancient mariners in their merchant ships crossed the unpredictable oceans, they needed meticulous planning and a deep understanding... on what lay ahead in those unchartered waters, to ensure they stayed on course to deliver its cargo on time and were able to navigate challenges and risks they would face on a daily basis, such as the ever-changing weather conditions, rogue waves, headwinds, rocks, fog, and extremely big icebergs.

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A landmark judgment for the resolution of disputes in community schemes

06 November 2025,  Antony Arvan

The Supreme Court of Appeal on 17 October 2025 delivered a judgment which has given much needed clarification on the... process to resolve disputes in community schemes, in the matter of Parch Properties 72 (Pty) Ltd v Summervale Lifestyle Estate Owner’s Association and Others (171/2024) [2025] ZASCA

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The information in the news and views section relate to recent legal developments, is intended to provide general guidance and does not constitute legal advice. MP|W will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from reliance upon the content of this website.

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