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Competition Commission to examine competition dynamics in franchising sector
On 26 June 2026, the Competition Commission published draft Terms of Reference for a proposed market inquiry into South Africa’s franchising sector. The market inquiry is initiated because the Commi...
July 10 2026
Acknowledgement of Debt - Promissory note
FACTUAL BACKGROUND The plaintiff issued summons against the defendant for payment of R696,002.42, together with interest and costs. The claim was founded upon an Acknowledgement of Debt (“AOD”) co...
June 30 2026
Knowledge, notice and cancellation: crucial lessons from Dimension Church (US judgment)
Introduction The recent decision in Dimension Church v. Church Mutual Insurance Company, S.I. offers a instructive reminder of the exacting standards that apply when an insurer seeks to cancel a polic...
June 08 2026
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