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Buy now, sell later. This year, almost half of the world’s inhabitants will head to the polls to elect their new governments,

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In a significant legal development, the Constitutional Court of South Africa, on 10 October 2023, upheld a judgment from the High Court

In South Africa, the number of couples who are permanently living together in life partnerships is increasing every year. What are the

In Part 1 of this article, we looked at the roles and functions of a notary, especially their general duties. In this

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In South Africa, the Rental Housing Act lays out important dos and don’ts for landlords. By adhering to these guidelines, landlords can