Legal Insights and Updates

Removing a director from a company is a significant legal action that must be handled carefully to comply with South African corporate law. The Companies Act 71 of 2008  outlines the process, ensuring fairness to both the company and the director being removed. In this article, we will explore the legal framework, valid reasons for removal, and the step-by-step process for removing a director from a company in South Africa. Understanding Director Removal in South Africa A dir

Setting up a trust in South Africa is an effective way to protect assets, plan estates, and manage wealth for future generations. However, many individuals and businesses often ask: What is the cost of registering a trust in South Africa? This article breaks down the costs, legal requirements, and steps involved in trust registration in 2025 . Understanding Trusts in South Africa A trust is a legal arrangement where assets are transferred from an individual (the founder) to b

Establishing a trust  is one of the most effective ways to protect your assets, ensure financial security for your family, and manage estate planning. In South Africa, understanding how to register a trust  is essential if you want to ensure it meets all legal requirements and serves its intended purpose. This guide will walk you through the entire process, from choosing a trustee to registering the trust with the Master of the High Court and SARS . Why Should You Register a

In today's competitive business environment, employers invest significant time, resources, and expertise into training employees and growing their businesses . However, the risk of employees leaving and taking valuable knowledge, clients, or trade secrets with them is a major concern. This is where restraint of trade clauses in employment contracts come into play. A restraint of trade is a contractual provision that restricts an employee from working for a competitor, start

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In the fast-paced world of business, many deals rely on verbal agreements and a handshake. While this might seem sufficient in the...

Starting a business in South Africa is an exciting journey, but it requires more than just a good idea. Building a strong legal foundation...

Commercial Law Commercial law in South Africa regulates business activities, ensuring that trade, transactions, and contractual...

In the fast-paced world of business, contracts form the backbone of every transaction, partnership, and agreement. They are more than...