Webber Wentzel
The Department of Employment and Labour adopts a Call-to-Action programme to eliminate child labour in the agricultural sector
19th July 2022 Child labour in the agricultural sector threatens ESG compliance and exposes employers to possible fines or imprisonment in terms of the Basic... →
The South African Reserve Bank confirms that it is now looking at crypto regulation
19th July 2022 The SARB has confirmed it is preparing various regulations for the crypto asset sector, taking a phased approach over the next 12 to 18 months... →
Preparing for an investigation into your transfer pricing practices
15th July 2022 Being subject to a tax audit from SARS is a tax manager's worst nightmare. When that audit is on the transfer pricing policies of the company, the... →
Redressing Mine Closure Liability through the ESG lens: Emerging ESG Risks
14th July 2022 Mining companies are under increased pressure from regulators, investors, and communities to manage social and environmental risks arising from... →
Listen to the customer but stay within the law
13th July 2022 Retailers using popular metrics to measure customer satisfaction must be aware of the need to comply with the provisions of POPIA Since the global... →
Retailers using AI should be aware of personal privacy and cyber crimes issues
12th July 2022 Artificial intelligence (AI) is being deployed to help shoppers make better choices, but retailers must be aware of their obligations under... →
New visa system taking flight: A turbulent period for foreign employees as visa application backlogs increase
7th July 2022 South Africa's immigration system sees a complete overhaul on the horizon starting with long term visa applications for foreign nationals wishing... →
NEMLAA IV extends environmental enforcement powers at municipal level
7th July 2022 Under NEMLAA IV, enforcement of the NEMA duty of care provisions would be broadened to empower municipal managers to issue directives for... →