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Navigating disability inclusion in the workplace

As South Africa marks Disability Rights Awareness Month, employers are reminded of their obligation to take steps to promote equal opportunity in the workplace.
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Africa Business In Brief

issue 524
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ENS excels in 2023 IFLR 1000 rankings and Women Leaders

ENS has again been recognised in the IFLR1000 2023 rankings, reaffirming our commitment to give expert advice, innovative solutions, and client satisfaction, all guided by original thinking.
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Executive Chairperson of ENS | Namibia, Hartmut Ruppel granted the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Law Society of Namibia.

Hartmut's journey from a young lawyer to a prominent leader in Namibia's legal and political landscape is an inspiring narrative of dedication to the betterment of society, perseverance, and an commitment to the principles of justice and equality.
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FSCA and PA publish Joint Standard 1 of 2023 aimed at safeguarding financial institutions through robust IT governance and risk management.

FSCA and PA's Joint Standard 1 of 2023 provides for robust IT Governance and Risk Management structures, ensuring confident navigation of the evolving cyber landscape by financial institutions and insurers.
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Regulation 15(4) of the B-BBEE Regulations: B-BBEE Commission non- compliance

Court challenges arise as B-BBEE Commission decisions are overturned due to non-compliance with Regulation 15(4)'s one-year timeframe
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Kenya’s proposed land transaction fee revisions

The Government of Kenya plans to increase the fees for various land transactions, with the primary objective to modify current statutory instruments governing fees for diverse services within the Ministry of Lands
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Key considerations and compliance challenges as South Africa nears implementation of groundbreaking "Failure to Prevent Corrupt Activities Offence"

The imminent introduction of the "Failure to Prevent Corruption Offence" in South Africa requires careful consideration, read on to learn more about its potential impact
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Africa Business In Brief

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Supreme Court of Kenya judgment: Due diligence crucial on potential property investments

In the recent case of Torino Enterprises Limited v Attorney General (Petition 5 (E006) of 2022), the Supreme Court (“court”) issued a judgment which could impact land acquisition procedures in Kenya.
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Workplace safety: Is it a disciplinary offence to come to work while sick?

In DHL Supply Chain (Pty) Ltd v Sauls F N.O. and Others, the Labour Court upheld the fair dismissal of an employee who knowingly endangered others during COVID-19, justifying dismissal due to deliberate risk
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Kenya’s Privatisation Bill 2023 is now law

Kenya's new Privatisation Bill 2023, effective from October 27, restructures the privatisation framework. Read more to find out about key changes.
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Exploring the risks of Large Language Models in business operations

Whilst Large Language Models like ChatGPT have soared in popularity in 2023, so to has the risk of hacking. Companies must implement oversight and cybersecurity measures to mitigate these risks.
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Cosmetic skins in video games: player and brand rights

Gaming platforms vary in refund policies for digital cosmetic items, users should scrutinize agreements for rights and liabilities, e-sports, cosmetic items, downloadable content, call of duty
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Artificial Intelligence and surveillance

AI-synthesised deepfakes raises concerns for identity theft and misinformation. Mitigation involves minimising digital footprints, updating passwords, using webcam privacy tools, and being very cautious online.
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Property Law series | The elements of a sale agreement

07 Nov 2023
BY Arshaad Carim AND Raeesa Seedat Welcome to the first video of our property law series, where we explore key insights for sellers and buyers on sales agreements. Click the video below for a crash course on a sale agreement’s purpose, prerequisites, and essential legal aspects.
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Webinar | IP in the era of metaverses, AI and NFTs

31 Oct 2023
BY Waldo Steyn Learn how metaverses, generative AI, and NFTs are changing IP in the metaverse era. Join our thought-provoking discussion on how businesses can use IP to succeed in this new tecnológica age.
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In conversation with Nigel Shaw on Wakili, Quick One

09 Oct 2023
BY Nigel Shaw Explore Nigel Shaw's incredible journey and the establishment of ENS Kenya as he shares his story in an interview with Johnson Kariuki on Wakili, Quick One.
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Investing in Africa webinar series | insights from Nigeria’s investment facilitation agencies

02 Oct 2023
BY Celia Becker Explore the challenges faced by Africa's largest economy and gain valuable insights into legislative and regulatory initiatives aimed at boosting foreign direct investment.
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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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