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02/09/2026

A little bit of office fun.

01/09/2026

[ IN THIS WEEK'S IBA LEGALBRIEF AFRICA ]

A South African judge has barred deportations of undocumented foreign nationals, while the UN has called for vigilante groups in the country to be banned, and the African Union has formally been urged to act on the ongoing illegal immigrant sentiment in SA to preserve solidarity on the continent. The Gauteng High Court (Johannesburg) has been inundated with urgent applications from undocumented foreign nationals challenging their deportations, a surge Judge Mandlenkosi M***a described as the 'aftershock' of civil society anti-immigrant campaigns. The ruling follows the Constitutional Court’s July decision that asylum seekers cannot be deported before accessing the asylum system.

In Uganda, military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba has announced plans to run for President in 2031, signalling a possible bid to succeed his father, President Yoweri Museveni. Kainerugaba said he expected to win 90% of the vote with the support of his father

And Tanzania’s ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi party has picked the Energy Minister as its nominee for the new Vice-President after the incumbent announced his resignation less than a year into the job. Outgoing Vice-President Emmanuel John Nchimbi’s resignation followed criticism from some in the party for remarks about the Constitution last month that they considered unnecessary.

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01/09/2026

While the internet debates just how close is too close, we thought it was the perfect time to talk about Air Law.

Because when it comes to aviation, there’s a lot more behind the scenes than meets the eye.

Know the rules. Understand the law.

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31/08/2026

[In Legalbrief Case Law Briefs]

SETTLEMENT REACHED OUTSIDE LITIGATION CANNOT BE MADE AN ORDER OF COURT

In CV Projects (Pty) Ltd v Adaptfin (Pty) Ltd and Others the Eastern Circuit Local Division (Thembalethu) held that for a settlement agreement to be made an order of court it must relate – directly or indirectly – to a lis between the parties. CV Projects and Adaptfin concluded a settlement agreement on 20 March 2026 and CV Projects sought, under Rule 41(4) of the Uniform Rules of Court, to have it made an order of court. Rule 41(4) permits judgment on a settlement agreement relating to "proceedings" that have not been carried out. Relying on Eke v Parsons 2016 (3) SA 37 (CC) para 25, Valor IT v Premier, North West Province 2021 (1) SA 42 (SCA) para 52, and Ekurhuleni City v Rohlandt Holdings CC 2025 (1) SA 1 (CC) paras 48–50, the court held that an order must be "competent and proper," relating directly or indirectly to a lis between the parties; agreements concluded outside litigation cannot be converted into court orders merely for enforcement convenience. The founding and replying affidavits disclosed no pending proceedings, no forum and no case number, and the settlement itself recorded only that the first respondent "had commenced" proceedings, with a jurisdiction clause suggesting none were pending. Counsel's argument for a wide reading of "indirectly," drawing on Ex parte Le Grange, was rejected as inconsistent with binding Constitutional Court authority.

The application to have the settlement agreement of 20 March 2026 made an order of court was dismissed.

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28/08/2026

[in This Week's Medicalbrief]

Why Did I Become A Doctor South Africa Podcast

DR BONGIWE ‘BEE’ NHLANGULELA

Dr Bongiwe ‘Bee’ Nhlangulela wants to feel like a winner every day. It was this mentality which took her from government practice – where she started by doing 35-50 extractions everyday in a monotonous routine with little opportunity to expand her skills – to starting Dr Bee Inc Family Dentists with practices in Sandton and Constantia Kloof, Johannesburg.

In the latest episode of Why Did I Become A Doctor?, in partnership with MedicalBrief, Nhlangulela talks about her need to feel stimulated and rewarded, which pushed her forward. She shares how her own dental struggles, and the jaw surgery that followed, changed the way she saw herself, and how shadowing her childhood dentist showed her the impact a smile can have on a person's confidence. It was enough to make her turn down a full scholarship to study medicine and choose dentistry instead.

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28/08/2026

Meet Penelope Pono: Her Superpower Is Empowering Others

Penelope is a Jutarian who believes in the power of purpose, compassion and personal growth. Her passion for supporting others and encouraging young people to discover their potential reflects the kind of impact that starts with one person choosing to uplift another.

This Women’s Day, we celebrate Penelope for using her voice, her heart and her purpose to inspire those around her to become the best versions of themselves.

Her superpower: Helping others find theirs.

27/08/2026

Fraud is no longer a possibility, it’s a constant risk.

Financial Crimes: Case Studies in Detection and Prevention equips professionals with the tools to understand, detect, and respond to fraud effectively.

From strategic risk management to real-world case studies, this is a practical guide for anyone responsible for protecting organisations.

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27/08/2026

In this week’s Medical Brief…

For years, scientists have been exploring the use of mRNA drugs to treat cancer, and now – for the first time – an experimental drug to deliver a vaccine customised to a patient's tumours has cleared a large phase 3 clinical trial, effectively clearing melanoma recurrence.

Find out how the placenta may hold critical evidence in birth injury claims as two attorneys unpack a recent decision by the SCA to dismiss a medico-legal case about the cause of a neurological injury in a newborn. A particularly important feature of this case is that the placenta was preserved and subjected to histological examination, providing objective evidence which became central to determining the probable mechanism and timing of the child's injury.

And coming as a relief to health scientists, the US National Institutes of Health has done an about-turn on its funding ban on South African research projects, opening the door for local scientists to apply for its grants once more.

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26/08/2026

What Is The AARTO Handbook All About?

AARTO can be confusing, but understanding the system is essential for South African motorists, businesses and fleet managers.

In the first clip from our interview, Forrester Schoeman, author of The AARTO Handbook: An Essential Guide to the AARTO Points Demerit System, explains what the handbook covers and what inspired him to write it.

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The AARTO Handbook, your guide to understanding the AARTO process and Points Demerit System.

What does AARTO mean for South African motorists, businesses and fl...

25/08/2026

[WHAT'S NEW ON JUTA'S POPIA PORTAL: SPECIAL REGULATORY ALERT]


South Africa’s Information Regulator has issued new POPIA Health Information Regulations — and they took effect immediately.

Our latest What’s New article (Issue 66) breaks down what’s changed, including:
- A clear definition of “health information” (finally!)
- Who the rules apply to (think: employers, insurers, medical schemes, pension funds + more)
- Practical compliance focus areas: authorisation, safeguards for physical & electronic records, confidentiality, retention & disposal, and cross‑border transfers

If your organisation handles health information in any form, this is a must-read.

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