Choosing the Right Ownership Structure When Buying Property in South Africa

Purchasing residential property in South Africa involves more than just negotiating the price and signing the offer to purchase. One of the most strategic and often overlooked decisions is how to hold ownership of the property. Buyers frequently ask whether it is better to register the property in their personal name, through a company, or […]

Joint Ventures in Construction and Infrastructure Projects: Navigating Opportunity and Risk

Joint ventures (JVs) have become a defining feature of South Africa’s construction, mining, and infrastructure sectors. In an industry driven by complex regulations, high capital costs, and demanding project timelines, JVs allow contractors to combine financial capacity, expertise, and resources to deliver large-scale projects that would otherwise be unattainable. Yet while collaboration promises growth and […]

The Evidentiary Weight of Social Media Screenshots in South African Law

The digital age has revolutionised how individuals communicate, document, and express themselves. Social media platforms such as Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and WhatsApp are no longer mere tools for social connection, they now serve as potential sources of legal evidence. Screenshots of online activity are increasingly relied upon in South African litigation, spanning cases […]

Director Delinquency under Section 162: Lessons from the African Legend Case

The statutory foundation of director delinquency Section 162 of the Companies Act 71 of 2008 provides a potent statutory mechanism to safeguard corporate governance and ensure accountability. It empowers courts to declare a director delinquent where serious misconduct or dereliction of fiduciary duty has been proven. Once a breach meeting the statutory threshold is established, […]

The Liquor Amendment Bill 2025: A Bold Move Toward a New Era of Alcohol Regulation

On 8 September 2025, the Liquor Amendment Bill (B21-2025) was tabled in the National Assembly as a Private Member’s Bill by Ms Ntombovuyo Veronica Mente-Nkuna, representing the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF). The Bill proposes sweeping reforms to the Liquor Act 59 of 2003, aiming to drastically limit the visibility and commercial promotion of alcohol products […]

SARS Tightens VAT Apportionment Rules: New Reporting Duty for South African Businesses

South African businesses registered for VAT are facing new compliance obligations from the South African Revenue Service (SARS). With the release of Binding General Ruling 16 (BGR16) Issue 3, effective for all financial years beginning on or after 1 January 2024, VAT vendors must prepare for stricter reporting standards and a new true-up adjustment requirement. […]

5 Steps to Cancel a Direct Marketing Contract in South Africa

Have you ever signed up for a “marketing” or “business listing” service after a phone call or email, only to regret it a few days later? Many businesses fall into this trap. Fortunately, the Consumer Protection Act (CPA) gives you a clear way out through its cooling-off right. At Mayet & Associates Attorneys, we often […]

Appeal Correspondent Services in Bloemfontein

Looking for trusted correspondent attorneys in Bloemfontein for your Supreme Court of Appeal matters? Mayet & Associates Attorneys is your reliable partner for efficient and professional correspondent services. With the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) located in Bloemfontein, every appeal in South Africa (excluding constitutional matters) comes through this city. For law firms and clients […]

Whistleblowing and Protected Disclosures: Lessons from Medici Energy v Bennet

Introduction Whistleblowing remains a critical mechanism for promoting accountability and transparency in the workplace. South African courts, however, continue to emphasise that the protection offered under the Protected Disclosures Act is not absolute. The recent decision in Medici Energy v Bennet sheds light on the importance of motive, timing, and context when employees raise allegations […]