CDH welcomes highly renowned finance lawyer, Amelia Heeger to the firm

CDH bolsters its accomplished Dispute Resolution practice with key appointments

Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH), a leading pan-African corporate and commercial law firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of two Directors Khaya Mantengu, who returns to CDH, and Sentebale Makara who both joined our esteemed Dispute Resolution practice in February 2024.

Don’t count your chickens before they hatch: The Competition Commission’s inquiry into the poultry industry

On 6 February 2023, the Competition Commission (Commission) published its draft terms of reference for its inquiry into the poultry industry (ToR) established in terms of section 43B of the Competition Act 89 of 1998 (Competition Act). The Commission has indicated that there are market features within the poultry industry that are likely to impede or distort competition. The features include structural indicators, the outcomes in the industry and certain conduct along the value chain. It stated that taking steps to address these market features through a market inquiry could benefit industry competitiveness and consumers through the improvement incompetition. 

Keeping up with the deponents: Can an affidavit be commissioned virtually?

The Justices of the Peace and Commissioners of Oaths Act 16 of 1963 (Act), read alongside the Regulations Governing the Administration of Oaths (Regulations) promulgated in terms of section 10 of the Act, regulates the commissioning ofaffidavits. 

Health and Safety in the Workplace: Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) - Pending Amendments

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.

Revised fees for immigration services in Kenya from 1 March 2024

Kenya is the largest and most advanced economy in East and Central Africa. The country is open for business to well-positioned companies with strategic objectives to tap into the growing potential of emerging markets in theregion.