The long term lease

The impact of AI and the power of streaming platforms in the South African context

Empowering women in M&A through the transformative power of female mentorship

Haafizah Khota, Senior Associate in the Corporate & Commercial practice, was featured in the DealMakers Women 2024 issue, where she shared insights on Empowering women in M&A through the transformative power of female mentorship

Video | The significant impact of our Pro Bono & Human Rights practice

As we commemorate Human Rights Day on Thursday, 21 March, one of the ways CDH demonstrates our commitment to the transformation of our society is through our dedicated Pro Bono & Human Rights Practice. We provide pro bono representation of the highest standard to deserving individuals, communities, NGOs and other organisations that promote human rights or the public interest.

I have someone at home: Is your marriage de facto or de jure?

A story is told of a lawyer who asked a client if they were married to determine whether spousal consent was needed. The client’s response was, “ I have someone at home. ” This answer highlights a common uncertainty about whether simply cohabiting and sharing a life qualifies as a marriage under the law. It is a distinction that carries significant consequences, as it can mean the difference between legal recognition and a relationship left in legal limbo.

CIPC hack: What we know and how to mitigate the risk

The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission of South Africa (CIPC), which falls under the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition and is responsible for maintaining the country’s business and intellectual property registrations, released a statement regarding a data breach which compromised its systems on 29 February2024. 

Njeri Wagacha talks to Faith Odhiambo, President of the Law Society of Kenya

Every month CDH Kenya Partner Njeri Wagacha releases a new episode of her podcast, 'Njeri Talks Law'