Latest Law And Government Articles

five reasons why moral regeneration failed in south africa

Piet Naud is a former Professor of Ethics at Stellenbosch Business School and currently a Director of Quality Services at the European Foundation for Management Development EFMD The month of July is appropriately designated as Moral Regeneration Month as it relates to the birthday of Nels

south africans demand accountability and unity from new government

Afrika Tikkun calls for the Government of National Unity to ensure accountability and serve national interests. 03 July 2024 Johannesburg South Africa Responding to President Cyril Ramaphosas cabinet announcement South Africans are demanding that the newly established historic coalition

impilo collection foundation to provide critical support to victimes of gender-based violence and pr

The Impilo Collection Foundation recognises the transformative power of education in breaking the cycle of poverty and violence. In line with this vision funds were raised by our founder Angela Yeung during her recent mountain climb up the daunting Manaslu standing tall at 8 163 meters which

the year of education: shaping an african fit for the 21st century

As South Africa stands on the brink of its upcoming elections the tail end of May which is also Africa month serves as an apt time for reflection. The Africa Month theme The Year of Education Educating an African Fit for the 21st Century resonates more profoundly than ever. In a rapidly evolv

leading labour law expert and former ccma commissioner launches educational series to unpack and sim

DONT FALL OFF THE SOUTH AFRICAN LABOUR LAW TIGHTROPE New animated video series launched to navigate South African labour law with ease and help companies of all sizes reduce the costs of poor workplace management. Leading labour law expert Ivan Israelstam will be launching a video ser

matching the mismatching skills gap

As the world celebrates International Workers Day on 01 May Afrika Tikkun AT emphasizes the importance of skills development and adaptability in today s rapidly evolving economy. Afrika Tikkun calls on workers to take charge of their skills development to remain relevant and valuable contribu

the faded rainbow: 30 years into south africa's democracy

By Onyi Nwaneri CEO of Afrika Tikkun Three decades into our constitutional democracy the remnants of our dark past continue to lurk in the layered echelons of our unequal society. In commemoration of Freedom Day on 27 April we are reminded that though blood was shed and sacrifices were mad

three decades of respect for and promotion of human rights: afrika tikkun commemorates human rights

As the nation observes Human Rights Day on 21 March Afrika Tikkun proudly joins in commemorating this significant occasion advocating for access to rights and celebrating three decades of Constitutional democracy in South Africa. This year s theme Three Decades of Respect for and Promotion of H

new manifesto aims to restore leadership trust

As South Africa faces a looming leadership crisis amidst upcoming elections trust in key institutions has reached unprecedented lows according to various studies. In response to this alarming trend there is a growing call for a shift towards responsible leadership to foster economic and social

baker mckenzie wins emea finance african banking awards pan-africa law firm of the year

Global law firm Baker McKenzies Africa focused Banking Finance team has won the EMEA Finance African Banking Awards pan African Law Firm of the Year for 2023. This is the third year in a row that the team has received this award. The team is known as the adviser of choice to financial insti

bowmans appoints pride jani as a partner in johannesburg

Leading African law firm Bowmans has enhanced the breadth and depth of its offering in banking and finance with the appointment of Pride Jani as a partner in its Johannesburg office. Pride has extensive experience advising clients lenders and borrowers on finance transactions and structure

as south africa celebrates october transport month, gautrain recommits to being the mobility of choi

As Gauteng Province wraps ups its October Transport Month activities Gautrain Recommits to Being the Mobility of Choice in the Province. The success of Gautrain Management Agency GMA is well captured in the attainment of its 11th consecutive clean audit outcome from the Auditor General for

bowmans appoints mark linington as tax executive in johannesburg

Leading African law firm Bowmans continues to enhance the breadth and depth of its offering in tax this time with the appointment of Mark Linington as tax executive in its Johannesburg office. Linington is a chartered accountant with 28 years experience as a tax adviser. Mark is a well

sign with caution - using electronic signatures for ip transactions

By Kate Beretta Partner Michael Wilter Consultant and Kayla Odendal Associate Signing all your legal documents with electronic signatures Be warned these are not always effective in concluding valid intellectual property IP transactions. The Covid 19 lockdown saw a sharp rise i

bowmans kenya celebrates 15th anniversary

September 2023 marks a milestone in the history of leading African law firm Bowmans. Fifteen years ago Bowmans Kenya was established in a move that marked the start of Bowmans growth across the continent. Today Bowmans Kenya is one of the largest law firms in the country and operates as a h

stay safe at places of water during the summer season

Opinion PieceStay safe at places of water during the summer season.04 September 2023 The month of September is now upon us which means that summer is just around the corner in South Africa. Most people will experience scorching hot conditions in various parts of the country and will

why fraud is regarded as a new language.

Fraud has become an alarmingly common occurrence in the world today with a significant portion of the news involving individuals organisations and companies engaged in deceptive activities. Whether it is politicians people in power or everyday citizens fraud is a pervasive issue. Financial fr