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The MV Haralambos: What the SCA's latest associated ship judgment means and the questions that it leaves open

A recent judgment in the SCA has attracted considerable attention, addressing the difficult question of how an arresting party proves control when the beneficial ownership of foreign ship-owning companies is not publicly available.
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Kenya competition law in motion and what businesses need to know in 2026

On 1 September 2026, general counsel and business leaders will gather in Nairobi for the inaugural Legal 500 GC Powerlist event, accompanied by a panel discussion on competition law enforcement in Kenya.
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Crypto in trust: Can a South African trust hold digital assets?

As crypto assets become increasingly common in South Africa, a new question frequently arises: can crypto be placed into a trust, and if so, what are the rights and duties of such an arrangement under South African law?
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Beyond the leaky tap: Contracting strategies for non-revenue water in South Africa (Part 2)

This article examines two performance-based contracting models for reducing non-revenue water - the DBOM and 24/7 Self-Optimising contracts - and the procurement and PPP implications municipalities must navigate when implementing them.
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A tale of two cities: Foreign lending in Nairobi and Kampala

This article examines how Kenyan and Ugandan courts address whether foreign lenders can be barred from enforcing loans due to non-registration, finding both jurisdictions now protect cross-border lending rights, though Kenya reached clarity faster.
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AfricENS Together – Associates Connect programme launches

Our AfricENS Together Associates Connect programme officially launched on 1 September 2026, welcoming our first participants to our Johannesburg and Kenya offices.
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Platform work moves up South Africa’s labour law reform agenda

Digital platform work is growing rapidly in South Africa, creating new opportunities for work and income while raising key questions about whether existing labour laws adequately address these newer, less conventional forms of employment and work.
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Data localisation in the public sector: Where should government data reside?

As the South African government accelerates its adoption of cloud computing, AI and other data-intensive technologies, one question is becoming increasingly important: where does government data actually reside and where should it reside?
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Effective whistleblower protection – A fundamental step in effective corruption combatting

Progress has been made in revamping South African whistleblower legislation through the proposed Protected Disclosures Bill, 2026 which aims to provide tougher legal, security and financial safeguards for whistleblowers.
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Investigating criminal networks: When to pull the trigger on discipline

Corruption rarely occurs in isolation, major schemes are usually uncovered through an accumulation of small, seemingly unconnected facts and the instinct to close out one incident quickly can mean missing the bigger picture entirely.
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Africa Business In Brief

issue 657
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Where you park your holding company matters more than you think

In a world where tax authorities are more connected, sophisticated, and determined to ensure tax is paid where economic value is created, the holding company jurisdiction is a strategic decision that will shape investment returns for years to come.
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From the classroom to the courtroom: Building the next generation of advocates in Namibia

ENS' Namibia office invests in future legal talent through its sponsorship of UNAM’s moot court competition. This year, students gained hands‑on trial advocacy training with Adv. Deon Obbes SC.
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Tax in brief

Issue 175 of ENS’ Tax in brief, a snapshot of the latest tax developments in South Africa.
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Technology Transfer Agreements under Ghana’s new Investment Promotion Authority Act, 2026: A guide for investors

Ghana’s investment landscape has undergone significant reform with the enactment of the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority Act, 2026 (Act 1173) , which repeals and replaces the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre Act, 2013 (Act 865).
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Legal bytes over coffee: Episode 8 | 2026

04 Aug 2026
BY Priyanka Raath A podcast where tech, media and telecoms law meets real conversation, one legal byte at a time.

Legal bytes over coffee: Episode 7 | 2026

17 Jul 2026
BY Priyanka Raath AND Tsepo Moleko A podcast where tech, media and telecoms law meets real conversation, one legal byte at a time.

Legal bytes over coffee: Episode 6 | 2026

03 Jul 2026
BY Nana Yaa Ahmed AND Priyanka Raath A podcast where tech, media and telecoms law meets real conversation, one legal byte at a time.

Legal bytes over coffee: Episode 5 | 2026

19 Jun 2026
BY Priyanka Raath A podcast where tech, media and telecoms law meets real conversation, one legal byte at a time.

ENSign: Who owns African prints? Heritage, identity and IP

03 Jun 2026
BY Carol Masego Makutu , Amina Abugdanpoka Kaguah AND Carmin Cornelius Who owns African prints? This podcast explores the heritage, commerce and copyright behind these much-loved textiles.

Legal bytes over coffee: Episode 4 | 2026

02 Jun 2026
BY Priyanka Raath A podcast where tech, media and telecoms law meets real conversation, one legal byte at a time.

ENS webinar | FONTS | Creative asset or IP risk?

27 May 2026
BY Gaelyn Scott , Dr. Bernard Dippenaar AND Janine Thomas Fonts are powerful, but are you using them correctly? Janine Thomas and Bernard Dippenaar unpack font licensing, legal risks and common pitfalls — with real case insights to help you protect your brand.
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ENS webinars | When is an operation a mine

27 May 2026
BY Willem le Roux , Pieter Colyn AND Celeste Coles When is an operation legally considered a mine and what does that mean for health and safety? Hosted by our MOHS experts, Pieter Colyn, with insights from Willem Le Roux and Celeste Coles.
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ENSign | Legal bytes over coffee: Episode 3 | 2026

28 Apr 2026
BY Priyanka Raath AND Dr. Bernard Dippenaar A podcast where tech, media and telecoms law meets real conversation, one legal byte at a time.

ENSign | Legal bytes over coffee: Episode 2 | 2026

12 Apr 2026
BY Priyanka Raath AND Linda Sheehan A podcast where tech, media and telecoms law meets real conversation, one legal byte at a time.

ENSign | Legal bytes over coffee: Episode 1 | 2026

31 Mar 2026
BY Ridwaan Boda AND Priyanka Raath A podcast where tech, media and telecoms law meets real conversation, one legal byte at a time.

South African Budget Speech 2026 Review

25 Feb 2026
BY Jenny Klein , Mansoor Parker , Ntebaleng Sekabate AND Charles de Wet Our annual South African budget speech webinar highlighting areas of legislative and policy focus and providing practical insights to assist stakeholders in preparing for the year ahead.
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ENSign | The Modern GC

23 Feb 2026
David A. Asiedu, Executive in Ghana, chats to Abena Aboagyewaah Owusu, Legal Affairs Manager at ENI Ghana Exploration & Production Ltd and Nana Kofi Asare, Head of Legal for MTN about the evolving role of General Counsel

Pop-up webinar | Revised COMESA Competition Regulations, now in force

05 Feb 2026
BY Jocelyn Katz Jocelyn Katz, Head of Competition at ENS in conversation with Dr Willard Mwemba, Chief Executive Officer of the COMESA Competition and Consumer Commission (CCCC) where they discuss the revised COMESA Competition Regulations.
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ENSign: The business case for sustainability: Practical insights for African SMEs and beyond

09 Dec 2025
BY Carlyn Frittelli Davies , Jessica Blumenthal AND Melaney Oldenhof This episode unpacks why sustainability remains a compelling business strategy, especially for African SMEs. We explore concrete drivers, practical tools and real-world examples across fashion, agriculture, energy and export-orientated value chains.