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Artificial Intelligence in the workplace in 2026: Legal Risk Management, Accountability and the Emerging Risk Chain

In 2026, AI is no longer a peripheral workplace tool but rather, it is expected to be embedded across core business functions, employee workflows and organisational decision making.
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Use of AI in schools: The legal and ethical risks

In this article, we address some of the key legal and ethical considerations surrounding the use of AI within classrooms and provide practical guidelines for responsible use of AI tools.
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Data Privacy Day – An African perspective: Turning responsibility into competitive advantage

As we mark Data Privacy Day, it is an opportune moment for African businesses to pause and ask a fundamental question: what do you do with the data entrusted to you?
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South Africa: Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Amendment Act, 10 of 2022

Proclamation notice 306 was published in Government Gazette No. 53990 stipulating the commencement dates of sections of the Occupational Injuries and Diseases Amendment Act, 2022.
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Restraint of trade after dismissal: Labour Appeal Court clarifies enforceability

The Labour Appeal Court has provided important guidance on the enforceability of restraint of trade agreements following the dismissal of an employee for misconduct.   
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Foreign choice of law clauses in Uganda: Are they still valid?

Recent Commercial Court decisions in Uganda are challenging the long‑held assumption that parties may freely choose their dispute forum.
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Africa Business In Brief

issue 626
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Taxation of foreign pensions likely to change

A proposal to remove the tax exemption on foreign‑sourced retirement benefits from 1 March 2026 was withdrawn after public comment, and government is expected to revisit the issue through a renewed consultative process.
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Supreme Court of Appeal clarifies when forfeiture proceedings are truly “pending” before the High Court

This article outlines an SCA ruling clarifying when a forfeiture case is legally “pending” where an application is issued but not served before the 90‑day deadline.
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Africa Business In Brief

issue 625
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Location, Location, Compliance: Inside the FIC’s Draft Directive 10

The FIC has issued draft Directive 10 for consultation under FICA, focusing on enhanced location disclosures by accountable institutions.
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Africa Tax in Brief

The latest tax news and developments across Africa
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Zambia: Service trade marks are eligible for registration

The new Zambian Trade Marks Act, which provides a welcome modernisation of Zambia’s IP system is now operational.
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Protecting your invention in China — Now more than ever

China has officially met its IP targets under its 14th Five-Year Plan and the numbers are impressive, this article details why this matters for inventors and businesses
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Disney vs. OpenAI - When IP meets Generative AI

The intersection between generative AI and Intellectual Property is becoming increasingly interesting, with the latest development between Disney and OpenAI presenting a particularly useful case study.
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ENSign podcast | unbundling and deregulating electricity generation in Africa

19 Jun 2023
BY Celia Becker , Eric le Grange AND Nigel Shaw 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 , 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 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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webinar | FICA: what is a risk-based approach?

09 May 2023
BY Era Gunning AND Suad Jacobs Our experts Era Gunning, Suad Jacobs, and Jimmy Helm share valuable insights on the newly added Accountable Institutions and the importance of implementing a Risk Management and Compliance Programme.
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podcast | Business Law Focus | How far does the ESG Advice Duty go?

19 Apr 2023
BY Jessica Blumenthal Join the conversation on ESG advice duty and the responsibility of businesses in building a sustainable future with expert panelists Jessica Blumenthal and Talia Cullinan on the latest episode of Business Law Focus.
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webinar | Navigating cross-border tax disputes: challenges and solutions in Africa

13 Apr 2023
BY Peter Dachs , Andries Myburgh , Dieudonné Nzafashwanayo , Phillip Karugaba AND George Muthee Join our tax experts for an insightful discussion on resolving tax disputes in African jurisdictions. Explore objection and appeal processes, alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, court processes, and preferred resolution options.
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webinar | law of employment: hiring and firing in Africa

05 Apr 2023
BY Brian Patterson , Audrey Johnson , Charles Visser , David A Asiedu , Eustache Ngoga , Rachel Musoke AND Faith Chebet navigate the ever-changing landscape of remote work and economic uncertainty while building inclusive workspaces and minimising legal risks with our panel of experts across Africa.
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webinar | mine health and safety: the latest ENSights

03 Apr 2023
BY Willem le Roux , Pieter Colyn , Celeste Coles AND Warren Hendricks Gain valuable insights into the challenges facing the mining industry in the age of COVID-19 and the new TMM regulations with our expert MOHS panel.
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ENSign podcast | navigating redundancy in Ghana

07 Mar 2023
BY David A Asiedu AND Amina Abugdanpoka Kaguah Discover the ins and outs of workplace redundancy with Amina Kaguah and David Asiedu on the ENSign podcast. Explore the necessary steps employers must take and how to lessen its impact for affected employees.
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webinar | Budget Speech 2023: same old same old or some big surprises?

22 Feb 2023
BY Jenny Klein , Mansoor Parker AND Charles de Wet Gain key insights and practical advice from our tax experts and acclaimed economist, Dr Iraj Abedian, as we analyze Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's 2023 Budget Speech
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