The dangers of exiting business rescue while the business in still in trouble

Companies to take heed of mounting climate change litigation risks, advises Alecia Pienaar, Counsel in our Environmental Law practice during a eNCA interview.

ERA Bill finally tabled in Parliament: What comes next?

After much delay, the Electricity Regulation Amendment Bill (ERA Bill or Bill) was finally tabled in Parliament on 23 August 2023. The ERA Bill is perhaps the most critical regulatory piece of the puzzle in transitioning South Africa away from its centralised, vertically integrated electricity market, towards a more competitive model.

Njeri Wagacha talks to Mary Wamae - Videocast

Njeri Wagacha talks to Mary Wamae, Group Executive Director at Equity Group Holdings PLC

Updates to the new visa regime and potential reforms ahead

Operation Vulindlela, which was established in October 2020, is a joint initiative of the Presidency and National Treasury aimed at accelerating the implementation of structural reforms and support for the national economy’s recovery from the devastation of the COVID-19 pandemic.

How ‘appealing’ is an automatic right of appeal to the next highest court

An appeal involves an application to a higher court for the reversal of a decision of a lower court. For a court’s decision to be suspended pending the outcome of an automatic appeal, it is important to know which court is competent to hear the appeal and overrule the current decision of the court, and which would thereby be known as the next highest court.

It pays to go green for real estate developers, investors and lenders

In recent years, the global conversation around sustainability has prompted a significant shift in the way we approach various aspects of life, including business and finance. In the realm of real estate, the adoption of green and sustainability-linked loans has emerged as a powerful tool for promoting environmentally conscious practices. In South Africa, real estate developers, investors, and lenders are increasingly recognising the benefits of embracing green financing to not only contribute to a healthier planet but also to enhance their bottom line.