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On 25 February 2026, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered the South Africa's 2026 Budget Speech, and for many South Africans, it arrived as a breath of fresh air. A proposed R20 billion tax hike was scrapped, income tax brackets were adjusted for inflation for the first time in two years, and social grants were increased. South Africa has, as Godongwana put it, "turned the corner."

A Gauteng High Court judgment delivered in February 2026 has clarified that engineers registered with ECSA cannot avoid disciplinary proceedings by cancelling their registration while an investigation is underway. The court held that under the Engineering Profession Act 46 of 2000, the "investigation" contemplated in section 20(3) extends across the full disciplinary process, meaning deregistration requests cannot be approved until that process is complete.

President Cyril Ramaphosa's 2026 State of the Nation Address delivered on February 12, 2026, outlined a comprehensive blueprint for legal reform, community service delivery, and enhanced governance compliance. Against a backdrop of economic recovery and renewed investor confidence, the address signalled a decisive shift toward accountability, institutional strengthening, and zero tolerance for corruption and crime.

SARS is set to gain sweeping new powers to investigate taxpayers through lifestyle audits under the draft General Laws Amendment Bill published on 14 January 2026. The Financial Intelligence Centre will be authorised to examine whether your living standards match your declared income—and share findings with multiple state agencies including the NPA, law enforcement, and investigative bodies.

Legal compliance tips for new businesses and why compliance matters.

When a fixed-term lease expires, it does not always end the landlord–tenant relationship. South African law, particularly section 5(5) of the Rental Housing Act, recognises that a lease may continue on a month-to-month basis through tacit consent. This article explains when this occurs, which lease terms remain enforceable, and clarifies common misconceptions surrounding post-expiry occupation.

A recent Gauteng High Court judgment has clarified an important point: you can't use insolvency proceedings to close down a solvent trust just because administration has become difficult.

Understanding Digital Legal Services and Their Benefits

Understanding the Importance of Business Compliance Services

To cancel a contract in South Africa can be complex and risky if not done correctly. This guide outlines six essential steps, from reviewing your agreement and documenting the breach to sending proper notice and protecting your position after termination, helping you navigate the process lawfully and protect your rights every step of the way.

South Africa's Constitutional Court has declared the system of parental leave in South Africa as unconstitutional. Fathers now get more than 10 days, adoptive parents receive equal treatment, and the age cap for adoption is gone. While Parliament has 3 years to create permanent laws, interim changes mean two employed parents now share 4 months and 10 days of leave. A landmark victory for equality, but UIF benefits remain unchanged for now.

When can you cancel a contract in South Africa? Learn the 5 legal grounds for cancellation, proper notice procedures, and avoid costly mistakes. Expert guide.

Interdicts are powerful court orders that can stop unlawful conduct or compel action when rights are under threat. Whether it’s preventing harassment, halting an unlawful eviction, or protecting confidential business information, interdicts provide swift protection where waiting for a full trial would cause harm. In South African law, interim interdicts offer temporary relief while final interdicts provide lasting, permanent protection once rights have been fully proven.

Insolvency occurs when a debtor can no longer pay their debts, triggering serious legal consequences. This article unpacks what insolvency means in South Africa, the acts of insolvency under the Insolvency Act, the steps in the sequestration process, and a real-life case where a debtor’s estate was provisionally sequestrated.

Rescinding a default judgment requires more than bare allegations of forgery. Courts demand a reasonable explanation for default, a bona fide defense with credible evidence, and good faith. The Chiware case reminds us that credibility, expert proof, and compliance with domicilium rules are critical to succeed in rescission applications.

Whistleblowers are protected by South African law against retaliation and unfair dismissal. In Greater Taung Municipality v Public Protector, the High Court confirmed that employees who expose wrongdoing cannot be victimised, and that strong remedies, including reinstatement and backpay, may be ordered.

A practical guide, taking you through the essential elements of a contract, and tips you need to know.

A recent judgment by the Western Cape High Court has significant implications for creditors, business rescue practitioners, and companies...