Mandla Ngidi
World Cup Marketing: A Practical Legal Guide for Brands
Only a few global events capture public attention like the FIFA World CupTM. For brands, such events present a unique opportunity to engage audiences, build visibility, and connect with consumers through the universal appeal of football. At the same time, the World Cup operates within one of the most tightly controlled commercial frameworks in sport. […]
June 10, 2026|
Rebuilding Trust in AI Policymaking: South Africa’s Draft AI Policy Withdrawal
The recent withdrawal of South Africa’s Draft National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy by the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Mr Solly Malatsi, marks a significant and sobering moment in the country’s digital policy journey. The decision followed a week ending 25 April 2026 in which the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) faced […]
May 5, 2026|
South Africa’s Draft National AI Policy: Building a Framework for Responsible and Inclusive AI Governance
The publication of South Africa’s Draft National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy in April 2026 marks an important shift from conceptual discussions on AI toward a structured national governance framework. Rather than proposing immediate, technology‑specific regulation, the draft policy lays down the principles, institutions and implementation pathways that will guide AI development across sectors. It positions […]
April 15, 2026|
When Convenience Becomes a Risk: Heppner and the Quiet Erosion of Legal Privilege in the Age of AI
The convenience of modern AI tools is irresistible. These AI tools draft, summarise, brainstorm, and structure strategies in seconds. But in the recent case of United State v Heppner (“Heppner”), we are sharply reminded that convenience can come at a steep discovery cost. If you build or refine legal strategies with a public AI tool, […]
April 9, 2026|