Landmark ConCourt ruling: When facilitation fails, proceed straight to litigation

[Riona Kalua] The judgment brings much-needed certainty to labour legislation that has long been marked by interpretative ambiguity...

ConCourt axes 'certificate of need' scheme from NHA

[Mtho Maphumulo] Under the proposed scheme, practitioners could not work without a valid certificate...

FSCA appeals: Why indirect financial interests lack standing

[Jean-Paul Rudd] Can shareholders, directors, or key persons step into the ring when the regulator strikes at a company — or has the Tribunal finally closed that door?

Navigating the jagged frontier: Lessons in verification from the frontlines of AI and law

[Ashlin Perumall] The Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies recently withdrew South Africa’s Draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy. The reason is extraordinary and worth dwelling on...

Emotional distress damages denied: High Court emphasises psychiatric proof

[Jean-Paul Rudd] Claims for damages arising from emotional shock are often pursued without a full appreciation of the legal requirements that must be satisfied for success...

Lessons on prescription: When the introduction of new causes comes too late

[Mtho Maphumulo] A recent judgment of the Mahikeng High Court serves as a stark reminder that a change in the legal foundation of a claim — from contract to delict — is not merely a technical adjustment...

GenAI in SA: Balancing legal risks and operational rewards for businesses

[Ginen Moodley] Generative AI has moved quickly from novelty to operational tool. Many South African businesses are already using it in some form, often quietly and without formal policy frameworks in place...

Hidden costs of medical errors: Landmark case in Uganda spotlights HIV misdiagnosis

[Mtho Maphumulo] The High Court of Uganda, sitting at Jinja, delivered a noteworthy judgment in an HIV misdiagnosis and medical negligence case on 18 February 2026...

Voetstoots: Understanding the limits of estate agent liability in property defect cases

[Jean-Paul Rudd] Claims against estate agents for latent defects discovered after the purchase of immovable property are frequently pursued without a full appreciation of the legal requirements that must be satisfied for success...

No escaping accountability: Professional deregistration doesn't mean 'off the hook'

[Jean-Paul Rudd] In an age where professional accountability is paramount to public protection, a pressing question emerges: can a registered professional escape disciplinary proceedings simply by cancelling their registration?

Business rescue risks: When can practitioners be held personally liable for debt?

[Jean-Paul Rudd] In the realm of business rescue, where financially distressed companies are given an opportunity for rehabilitation, a critical question arises: when does the conduct of a business rescue practitioner cross the threshold from mere error or misjudgment into personal liability for the company's debts?

Protected strike action: Can employers legally reward non-strikers?

[Aadil Patel] Can employers pay bonuses to non-strikers during a protected strike? Here we explore the legal position, with reference to Solidarity obo C J Arendse and 38 Others v Heineken Beverages (Pty) Ltd, a recent Labour Court judgment...

Discovery affidavits: Insurers need not apply, High Court rules

[Mtho Maphumulo] The Johannesburg High Court recently dealt with an interlocutory application concerning compliance with discovery obligations under Uniform Rule 35(1) in pending insurance dispute action proceedings between the parties...

Prior accounting discrepancies lead to coverage denial in new suits

[Jean-Paul Rudd] The US District Court for the District of Delaware has recently held that a prior notice exclusion barred cover for securities and derivative actions that were meaningfully linked to circumstances disclosed years earlier in a letter to the insured’s audit committee.

New SCA judgment on accident liability: A lesson for tour operators

[Mtho Maphumulo] The SCA, on 27 January 2026, delivered a judgment with significant and far-reaching implications for the insurance industry, particularly liability insurers...

Understanding LinkedIn's new algorithm: A guide for lawyers

[Andrea Paulsen] For professional services, LinkedIn is the best platform to establish yourself as a thought leader and attract potential clients. But why aren’t you seeing tangible business opportunities as a result?

#BizTrends2026 | Afsa's Svetlana Vasileva: The emerging architecture of African dispute resolution

[Svetlana Vasileva] Svetlana Vasileva, secretary general of Afsa, examines five trends that are structurally altering the legal landscape...

#BizTrends2026 | Kisch IP's Kevin Dam: Micro, macro and mega trends steering the future of the legal sector

[Kevin Dam] Kisch IP director, Kevin Dam explores trends that will shape the resilience and relevance of legal practice in the months and years ahead...

#BizTrends2026 | Bowmans' Chloë Loubser: Tectonic shifts for SA’s labour laws

[Chloë Loubser] Chloë Loubser, Knowledge and Learning Lawyer: employment and data protection at Bowmans, reviews the impact of South Africa's 2025 labour law changes for organisations and the employment landscape...

When does prescription in medical malpractice cases begin? High Court clarifies

[Mtho Maphumulo] A recent High Court judgment serves as a critical reminder of the intricacies surrounding prescription in medical malpractice claims, particularly where the claimant is a layperson with limited access to medical knowledge...