Publications
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A limit on the limit on interest? The in duplum rule and the public policy backdrop: Verulam Medicentre (Pty) Ltd v Ethekweni Municipality 2005 2 SA 451
A discussion on the Verulam Medicentre (Pty) Ltd v Ethekweni Municplaity 2005 2 SA 451, with specific focus on the functioning of the common-law in duplum rule.
The Proponderance of the Reckless Consumer - The National Credit Bill 2005
A discussion on the Consumer Credit Law Review (August 2003) and the rational for the promulgation of the National Credit Act 34 of 2005 (‘NCA’). The NCA’s move to re-move over indebtedness and credit providers’ onus not to lend recklessly.
What does the NCR (National Credit Regulator) Regulate?
A meticulous examination of the National Credit Regulator (‘NCR’), as created by the National Credit Act 34 of 2005. The article examines the nature of the NCR, its duties, its registration division (including registration of credit providers, credit bureaux, debt counsellors) and handling of complaints.
The Effects of the In Duplum Rule and Clause 103 (5) of the National Credit Bill 2005 on Interest
A comprehensive examination of the in duplum rule, its history and its development through the case law in South Africa. Prior its codification in the National Credit Act 34 of 2005. It is submitted that the investigation will be thoroughly relevant in its statutory development by the courts.
A look at the recent expropriation of land issues.
Land expropriation: rights and info
A recent article on the seizure of farmland that came hot on the heels of an announcement by government that it will no longer negotiate for longer than six months with land owners, has sparked panic. Two experts have taken up the task of finding out what the truth of the matter is.
