PPM Attorneys

28/03/2026

Exciting times for the team!

We’re proud to share our brand-new merchandise, a fresh look that reflects who we are and where we’re going.

27/03/2026

📻 Tune in to SAFM at 08:45

Join Tshegofatso Phahlamohlaka for an important discussion on the growing threat of digital piracy syndicates in South Africa.

The conversation will unpack:
1. Whether current laws are sufficient to tackle cyber-enabled copyright infringement
2. The enforcement mechanisms in place to hold offenders accountable

Do not miss this insightful look into one of the key challenges in today’s digital landscape.

23/03/2026

We’re growing… and we couldn’t be more excited!
At PPM Attorneys, we pride ourselves on delivering good, clear, precise advice in the ever-evolving worlds of technology, media, privacy, and commercial law and that starts with having the right people on our team.

Today, we’re thrilled to welcome three incredible new team members to the firm

🧑‍⚖️Ethan van der Merwe
👩‍⚖️Nolitha Mrwata
🧑‍⚖️Senelo Thaba

Each of them brings fresh perspective, talent, and a shared passion for navigating complex legal landscapes from ICT and data privacy to corporate governance and commercial advisory.

As a boutique firm focused on innovation, collaboration, and long-term partnerships, we know that great people are at the heart of what we do. And with these new additions, the future looks even brighter.

Please join us in giving them a warm PPM welcome!

20/10/2025

To all celebrating, may the divine light bring peace and prosperity to you and your family.

05/07/2025

The Draft Digital Terrestrial Television Regulations, 2025 are out for public comment. It seems that ICASA intends publishing an Invitation to Apply for a digital terrestrial television broadcasting licence at some point in the future.

Draft Digital Terrestrial Television Regulations, 2025 to regulate broadcasting after digital migration - published for comment.

21/03/2025

“To deny people their human rights is to challenge their very humanity.” – Nelson Mandela
Wishing all, who live in South Africa, a Happy Human Rights Day.

22/01/2025

Controversial social media blogger Musa Khawula appeared in court on Tuesday over comments he made on his platform about businessman Zesimdumise "Ze" Nxumalo between O...

09/01/2025

Artificial Intelligence software like ChatGPT, Claude and others, has, over the past two years, gotten lawyers across the world into embarrassing situations. Most have, until yesterday gotten off very lightly, more often with a slap on the hand. This situation changed yesterday, for three lawyers in South Africa, who received a scathing judgment and punitive costs order against them in their personal capacities. They seem to have, between them, produced, used and defended fictitious past court decisions in a court case being heard in South Africa’s High Court. There are likely to be serious consequences for them. Listen to Lucien Pierce discuss the issues with John Maytham earlier today in this Cape Talk radio interview: https://www.primediaplus.com/ai-for-legal-research/

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