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Africa Tax in Brief

The latest tax news and developments across Africa
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Consequences for attorneys who abuse court processes

Attorneys who abuse court processes may have costs awarded against them in their personal capacity and be disentitled to charge their own clients for work done.
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Snapshot: Mergers & Acquisitions in South Africa

A look at the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping M&A in South Africa in 2023... so far.
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Africa Business In Brief

issue 515
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Non-joinders, substantial interest and party liability

The question of '"direct and substantial interest" in a non-joinder application lies in whether the relief sought, if granted, would prejudice the interest of another party that is not joined in the proceedings.
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An important judgment on the time bar in relation to B-BBEE regulations

The High Court reviewed and set aside a decision by the B-BBEE Commission regarding a fronting complaint.
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Sureties and guarantors: A gap in the law of guarantees

Does a guarantor who pays the debt of a principal debtor to the latter’s creditor also enjoy this right of recourse? Surprisingly, existing law offers no answer.
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Judgments dealing with press freedom and “gag” orders in South Africa

Attempting to interdict the media houses more often than not turns out to be a losing strategy, as it does not bring an end to defamatory claims and instead serves to reinforce them.
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Why companies need to properly document the loans they receive

While loan documentation will seldom be an issue for commercial lenders, care should be taken to carefully document all loans taken from shareholders and less formal lenders, in order to avoid landing in hot water.
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Why South Africa  should emulate Italy’s adoption of  the new Italian Insolvency Code

The new Italian Insolvency Code came into effect on 15 July 2022, effectively changing the status quo by attempting to resolve the financial distress of companies and minimise damage through restructuring outstanding debt
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Africa Climate Summit results in The Nairobi Declaration

The inaugural Africa Climate Summit (“ACS") held in Nairobi earlier this month culminated with the adoption of the “African Leaders Nairobi Declaration on Climate Change giving one voice to the African continent regarding the climate change crisis.
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Can sustainable finance save our planet?

Financial institutions play a critical role in ensuring that the correct projects are funded, and appropriate risk-mitigation measures are implemented to buffer economies from the worst effects of climate change.
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Digital giants under the spotlight: South Africa's news media market inquiry

The Media and Digital Platforms Inquiry (MDPMI) could significantly reshape the South African media landscape.  
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ENS statement regarding Jonathan Barron Rothschild

ENS statement
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Tax in brief | Issue 108

Tax in brief | Issue 108
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webinar | Africa's local mining policies

09 Sep 2023
BY Guillaume P. Blanc , Otsile Matlou , Donald Nyakairu , Paa Kwesi Morrison , Anthony Gakuru AND Dorencia Pillay Explore Africa's evolving mining policies, their impact on economic development, and opportunities for cross-border operations. Join our expert panel from Ghana, Kenya, Francophone Africa, Namibia, South Africa, and Uganda.
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webinar | webinar | data privacy in the workplace: an Africa perspective

07 Sep 2023
BY Brian Patterson , Patricia Jane Mumuni , Ray-wood Rukoro , Rehema Nakirya Ssemyalo , Suemeya Hanif , Jean Claude Kabera , Harry Bansropun AND Dennis Gathara Explore the evolving world of workplace data privacy with our employment experts across Africa to understand its ethical, legal, and trust-building dimensions.
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In conversation with Miranda Feinstein | celebrating 100 years of South African women in law

01 Sep 2023
BY Miranda Feinstein Meet Miranda Feinstein, our pioneering female executive since 1979. Join us in celebrating 100 years of South African women in law with Miranda, as she shares her journey and guides aspiring female legal professionals.
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investing in Africa | beyond connectivity: Zambia strengthens its data protection regulation for the digital era

30 Aug 2023
BY Era Gunning Explore Zambia's digital economy evolution with our data protection specialist Era Gunning joined by Data Protection Commissioner and Chipili Salati from Zambia as they discuss data protection, cross-border transfers, and regulatory compliance.
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Investing in Africa webinar series | Intellectual Property

28 Jul 2023
BY Dr. Joanne van Harmelen , Gaelyn Scott , Ilse du Plessis AND Waldo Steyn Africa's thriving economic potential driven by its youthful population is hindered by weak IP protection, allowing counterfeit products to prevail. Our IP specialists will share vital insights on bolstering IP protection in the region.
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ENSign podcast | The regulation of private equity in Ghana

25 Jul 2023
BY David A Asiedu AND Nana Yaa Ahmed The regulation of private equity in Ghana is a complex and evolving landscape. Join us in our latest episode of ENSign with David Asiedu and Nana Yaa Ahmed, as they unpack the latest developments and discuss the implications for investors.
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webinar | Africa tax webinar - navigating the digital frontier

25 Jul 2023
BY Celia Becker , Paa Kwesi Morrison , Scott Salusbury , Charles de Wet AND George Muthee Discover the impact of tax on tech advancements, ecommerce, and globalisation in Africa's business landscape. Join our virtual roundtable with our tax experts and guest speaker, the Co-Founder of M&H Consulting Africa, Nadia Hamilton
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ENSign podcast | unbundling and deregulating electricity generation in Africa

19 Jun 2023
BY Celia Becker , Eric le Grange , Nigel Shaw AND Nkatha Murungi Omondi Our latest episode of ENSign has our experts discuss the restructuring of Africa’s power sector, focusing on Kenya and South Africa. Discover insights on addressing the pressing issue of #loadshedding in SA, triggering this important conversation.
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webinar | Enforcing Restraint of Trade Agreements in Africa

09 Jun 2023
BY Brian Patterson , Charles Visser , Eustache Ngoga , Patricia Jane Mumuni , Ross Alcock , Shrivan Dabee , Patrick Turinawe AND Jimmy Simiyu Explore the complexities of Restraint of Trade agreements in Africa with our expert panelists across the continent. Gain insights into enforcement, reasonableness, and alternative solutions to these pressing topics.
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podcast | Business Law Focus | why South Africa languishes among bottom 10 for mining attractiveness.

07 Jun 2023
BY Andries Myburgh AND Ntebaleng Sekabate iscover the challenges hindering mining attractiveness and uncover potential solutions to revitalize this vital sector with our tax experts in the latest episode of Business Law Focus with our host Evan Pickworth
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webinar | FICA: what is a risk-based approach?

06 Jun 2023
Join our experts Era Gunning, Suad Jacobs, and Jimmy Helm in this captivating webinar as they explore how recent amendments to Schedule 1 of FICA impact your business.
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podcast | Business Law Focus | climate tech

02 Jun 2023
BY Ridwaan Boda Is climate tech the real solution or just greenwashing? Join the discussion on whether these innovations are truly capable of addressing our environmental challenges or if we need bolder approaches.
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ENSign podcast | enforcement of foreign arbitral awards in Ghana

23 May 2023
BY David Adu-Tutu Jr , David A Asiedu AND Joseph Konadu Gain valuable insights into Ghana's legal framework for ensuring fair and just outcomes in foreign arbitration arbitration. Tune in for an intriguing and informative podcast episode you won't want to miss.
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webinar | emerging risks for trustees

22 May 2023
BY Zeyn Bhyat , Deon Beachen , Era Gunning , Jessica Blumenthal , Robert Gad AND Megan Stuart-Steer Stay informed and navigate your role effectively as a trustee with our expert panelists discussing the latest developments in the Trust Property Control Act. Gain valuable insights to ensure compliance and success in your responsibilities.
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a conversation on employment law with Moodz Media

19 May 2023
BY Dion Masher AND Shrivan Dabee Uncover the intricacies of #remoteworking, #harassment, and more with our employment law experts Shrivan Dabee and Dion Masher in conversation with Moodz Media.
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