by The Law Box Administrator | Jun 25, 2025 | Reading Corner
In January 2025, South Africa’s revised Employment Equity Amendment Act came into effect, fundamentally shifting workplace transformation rules by enabling the Labour Minister to set sector-specific numerical targets for designated groups, black individuals, women,...
by The Law Box Administrator | May 21, 2025 | Reading Corner
In a move that has reignited international debate, former U.S. President Donald Trump has granted refugee status to 59 white South Africans, specifically Afrikaners, citing claims of racial persecution and violence in South Africa. This decision, announced on 12 May...
by The Law Box Administrator | Apr 30, 2025 | Reading Corner
In early 2025, the government proposed raising VAT to help fill a R75 billion budget gap – only to reverse course after political resistance and legal challenges. With the rate remaining at 15%, South Africans are spared an immediate tax hike, but the pressure...
by The Law Box Administrator | Mar 27, 2025 | Reading Corner
Introduction Health care lies at the heart of any thriving society. In South Africa, where access to quality medical services has long reflected economic inequality, the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill seeks to change the story. But what does this ambitious piece...
by The Law Box Administrator | Jan 31, 2025 | Reading Corner
On January 23, 2025, President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Expropriation Bill into law – a move that has reignited debates across South Africa. The new Expropriation Act provides a framework for the government to expropriate property, including land, for public...
by The Law Box Administrator | Jan 27, 2025 | Reading Corner
The legal industry, long defined by tradition and meticulous processes, is transforming due to artificial intelligence (AI). From enhancing efficiency to reshaping the way legal professionals work, AI is revolutionising the legal landscape. However, as with any...
