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Acting on Behalf of a Trust – The Enforceability of Trustee Action Prior to Authorisation

The issuing of the Letter of Authority as Trustee by the Master of the High Court signals the assumption of office as Trustee to the designated party. It is at this point that the responsibilities, authority and duties as a Trustee begin to be binding and effective.

Business Interruption – Will Claims Exceed SASRIA’s Capital War Chest?

In a statement on 28 July the Minister of Finance estimated that the damage in KwaZulu Natal alone stands at R15 Billion, which by far exceeds the capitalisation of the public entity which is liable for loss emanating from public disorder, riots, and violence, being SASRIA.

Understanding SASRIA – Your Questions Answered Part II

SASRIA is an acronym for South African Special Risks Insurance Association which is a short-term insurance public entity listed under Schedule 3B of the Public Finance Management Act 1 of 1999, owned by the State and under the control of the National Treasury.

Understanding SASRIA – Your Questions Answered Part I

Owing to the recent protests and looting in some parts of Kwa-Zulu Natal and Gauteng, there has been much talk in the media and streets about the South African Special Risks Insurance Association (SASRIA) and its role as a short-term insurance public entity.

Cover that Starts Where Other Cover Ends – SASRIA

Most insurance products are designed in such a way that whilst they provide cover for loss, the insurance company itself remains viable as a business. To attain this balance, most insurance products have a list of strict requirements and exclusions which are consulted whenever a claim is processed.

5 Documents You Need to Marry a Foreigner in SA (& save time)

Marrying a foreigner in South Africa is relatively straight forward if you have a local marriage officer on your side. However, if you are a South African marrying a foreigner outside of the country, you will need to pay special attention to the advice in this article.

Are You Alright with All Rights Under POPIA?

The grace period to allow all entities that gather and process personal information to comply is fast coming to an end and thereafter all are required and expected to have complied fully with the requirements of the POPIA.

Binding Authority and Liability of Members of Close Corporations

Whereas a close corporation is regarded as a juristic person with separate legal persona to that of its members, the individual members ought to observe such and alleviate the risk of binding the close corporation in instances where it was not intended so.

Customary Marriage – Changing the Default Matrimonial Property System

Customary marriages in South Africa are regulated under the Recognition of Customary Marriages Act 120 of 1998 (RCMA). The RCMA provides that for a customary marriage to be deemed as legally valid and binding, the requirements provided in Section 3 must be complied with.

Compromise under the Companies Act of 2008 - The Drawbacks

Whereas liquidation is prescribed for companies that are insolvent (solvent companies can also liquidate under section 81 of the Companies Act 71 of 2008), business rescue is preferred where there are prospects that the company can be saved from shutdown.


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