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Buying, owning and selling property in South Africa involves more than just paying the purchase price and servicing a home loan. Several taxes apply at different stages of property ownership, and understanding them can help buyers budget properly and avoid unexpected costs. From transfer duty when purchasing a home to municipal rates and capital gains…

Now in its third year, the annual competition invites South African schools to share how flying will open new doors for their learners.  For the third year running, FlySafair is opening the doors to its much‑loved School Booster competition, giving South African schools the chance to win 10 return domestic flights each. Ten schools will…

Khaby Lame has been named an official ambassador for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games (YOG), as momentum builds ahead of the first Olympic sporting event to be held in Africa. Lame’s appointment marks the latest milestone in the lead-up to the Games, with the event’s prominence and international appeal continuing to grow. A social…

Introduction A recent judgment of the Mahikeng High Court serves as a stark reminder that a change in the legal foundation of a claim — from contract to delict — is not merely a technical adjustment. It constitutes the introduction of a new cause of action and, consequently, a new debt for the purposes of…

Cannabis is once again in the news in South Africa, with the recent announcement by various government departments of a national cannabis master plan to establish a formal cannabis and hemp industry. At the same time, the government has a long-standing commitment to protecting its local biodiversity, which is embodied in the National Environmental Management:…