Fractional ownership is changing the way people think about property ownership in South Africa. Instead of purchasing an entire property outright, multiple buyers share ownership of a single property, with each investor holding a defined interest in the asset....

The question of whether a learner may be suspended, excluded, or have their enrolment terminated for unpaid school fees remains a contentious issue. Parents often assume that schools may never exclude a learner for non-payment of fees, while schools sometimes believe...

When a sale falls through, most people assume restitution means simply giving back the money and the property. A recent High Court decision shows it is rarely that straightforward, particularly if the property itself has changed in the interim. The ruling explains how...

Music festivals occupy a unique space in modern society. Although they often take place on private property, their impact extends far beyond the boundaries of that land. While land ownership generally includes the right to use and enjoy one's property, that right is...

Living in a sectional title complex is great, but it can get confusing when something breaks. Who’s responsible — you or the body corporate? Here’s the simple breakdown:   The 2 main types of property in a scheme - Your Section - This is your unit as shown on the...

The latest dispute concerning access to former President Jacob Zuma's tax information has prompted many taxpayers to ask whether any privacy remains in relation to information submitted to the South African Revenue Service ("SARS"). While the litigation has reignited...

Does The Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 govern residential lease agreements? The Supreme Court of Appeal answered it definitively in Els v Venter and Another [2025] ZASCA 163, handed down on 27 October 2025. This article outlines the facts of the case and explains...

Within South African law, a lease agreement is a binding contractual agreement that defines the relationship between a tenant and a landlord, including the respective rights, obligations and appropriate remedies of each party. A well-drafted lease agreement not only...

After years of reliance on the 2015 edition of the General Conditions of Contract for Construction Works (“GCC 2015”), the South African Institution of Civil Engineering introduced a new edition in September 2025 (“GCC 2025”). This updated framework aims to improve...

Estate planning is often viewed primarily as a means of ensuring that family members are provided for after one’s death. However, a carefully structured will can accomplish far more than merely distributing assets. For individuals who wish to support charitable...