Webber Wentzel
When privacy is mistaken for defamation: National Union of Metal Workers of South Africa v B
9th December 2025 It is easy to understand why privacy and defamation often become tangled in public discourse and even in litigation. Both involve publishing... →
Whose job is it anyway? Allocation of risk in slip-and-fall claims
27th November 2025 December is around the corner, and malls and shopping centres will be bustling with festive shoppers, creating a lively yet crowded environment.... →
The Confluence Revolution: How Private Credit is Redefining Access, Risk and Innovation in Africa (Part 2)
26th November 2025 In part 1 of our Confluence in Private Equity series, we unpacked why private credit is gaining ground in Africa, particularly the shift toward... →
The courts' approach to withdrawal of admissions and compromise
21st November 2025 In a recent judgment, the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) reaffirmed the legal principles governing the withdrawal of admissions in pleadings and the... →
No way out: Mediation is not optional in the Gauteng Division of the High Court
19th November 2025 With effect from 22 April 2025, the Gauteng Division of the High Court has introduced mandatory mediation before civil trials. This requires... →
Joint liability for a fall through the warehouse roof due to safety failures
18th November 2025 In a recent decision by the Western Cape Division of the High Court in Albertino Lorenzo Bennet v Prima Toys and Leisure Trading (Pty) Ltd and... →
South Africa's Prudential Authority Issues Updated Climate-Related Disclosure Guidance for Banks and Insurers
12th November 2025 Climate risk management requires ongoing capacity building and capability development, especially for banks and insurers that are highly... →
Adaptive re-use - Sustainable Property Development: Legal challenges and opportunities
12th November 2025 Adaptive reuse represents a transformative approach to property development that addresses both economic and environmental imperatives in South... →
