Africa: Corporate/Commercial Law

The principle of corporate personality grants companies a separate legal identity from their founders and shareholders, but what happens when this protection is abused for fraud or injustice?

Minority shareholders in South African companies face inherent vulnerabilities due to their limited voting power, yet the Companies Act, Memorandum of Incorporation...

Commercial agreements often include supporting obligations intended to improve a creditor’s prospects of recovery if the principal debtor defaults. These may be described as guarantees, suretyships, undertakings...

Intellectual property valuations in South Africa's entrepreneurial landscape present unique challenges shaped by international trends and local legislation. This analysis explores the complexity of determining IP value across different business stages, from startups navigating the 'valley of death' to established companies facing mergers and acquisitions. The framework examines how sustainability, technology readiness levels, and risk mitigation strategies converge to unlock the true value of intellectual c

The taxation of capital gains has historically played a modest but strategically important role within Nigeria's fiscal architecture. Under the pre-existing regime, the Capital Gains Tax (CGT) framework was governed primarily by the Capital Gains Tax Act (CGTA), which imposed tax on gains arising from the disposal of chargeable assets

Beginselgebaseerde onderhandelinge tydens IP-waardasie vereis dat entrepreneurs finansiële state, ROI, beleggersrisiko en volhoubaarheid strategies verstaan.

In today’s residential property environment, how you own property is often as important as what you buy. Increasingly, South African investors and high-value homeowners are re-examining traditional ownership...

Under the Act, settlors who are typically petroleum operators, are required to establish and fund these trusts for the benefit of host communities.

South Africa's 2026 Budget, delivered by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on 25 February, signals a period of relative fiscal stability after several years of pressure on public finances...

Sustainability reporting is no longer just compliance, it’s a key factor for investors. After our webinar “From ESG Reporting to ISSB Readiness,” the big question is: Where does your organisation stand?

The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has issued Guidelines for the Insurance Policyholders' Protection Fund (IPPF), requiring all licensed insurers and reinsurers to contribute 0.25% of their Net Premium Income to protect policyholders and beneficiaries. The Guidelines establish a comprehensive framework for funding, management, and utilization of the Fund, with strict compliance obligations and regulatory oversight.

The first era of Nigerian fintech rewarded speed. Companies that could process payments faster, designed cleaner interfaces, and deliver smoother onboarding captured users and attracted capital.