Mandamus and accountability in South African law
Accountability is of utmost importance in South African law as it serves as a cornerstone of good governance and the protection of citizens’ rights and freedoms. The Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996, recognizes the importance of...
Setting up your dream company
Introduction As an entrepreneur, you have dreamed about setting up your own company. The next step is to identify what will be required to ensure a successful business. The Companies Act 71 of 2008 (“The Act”) will guide you when making this decision....
Unpacking Some Thoughts Around Share Buy Backs
A share buyback transaction is utilised when a company purchases its shares from shareholders. This is in contrast with a sale between shareholders. The shareholder’s agreement governs the sale of a private company’s shares. In most instances, several...
The limits of “Confidentiality” – with a Specific Focus on Litigious Proceedings
Confidential information means any information disclosed in however manner that is commercially sensitive. The best way to explain what it is is perhaps to describe what it is not (generally speaking): was publicly known and made generally available in the public...
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