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26/05/2026

Mediation Before Litigation: Balancing Efficiency and Constitutional Rights

South Africa’s civil justice system faces significant challenges, including escalating litigation costs, prolonged delays, and an overwhelming backlog of cases, with some civil trial dates not projected until 2031. Against this background, the South African Law Reform Commission (SALRC) has been developing a Draft Mediation Bill since 2019 to integrate alternative dispute resolution (ADR), particularly mediation, into the mainstream justice system.

Read more : https://www.couzyn.co.za/2026/03/18/mediation-before-litigation-balancing-efficiency-and-constitutional-rights/

12/05/2026

Township Property: An Untapped Market?

Much has been written about the residential property markets in South Africa’s iconic cities: Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban. But what of the largest townships in or adjacent to each of these cities: Soweto, Umlazi, and Khayelitsha?

Read more : https://www.couzyn.co.za/2026/03/16/township-property-an-untapped-market/

28/04/2026

When Grief Meets Red Tape: Understanding Today’s Estate Challenges

Losing a loved one is already one of life’s most difficult experiences. Add to that the burden of South Africa’s complex estate administration process, and families often find themselves overwhelmed at the worst possible time. In 2026, the challenges facing estate administrators have reached unprecedented levels, but understanding these obstacles and seeking professional help can make all the difference.

Read more : https://www.couzyn.co.za/2026/03/12/when-grief-meets-red-tape-understanding-todays-estate-challenges/

21/04/2026

VAT and the Export of Second-Hand Goods

When second-hand goods such as vehicles, machinery, or artworks are bought and exported from South Africa, the VAT implications depend on several factors, in particular, whether notional input tax has been claimed, and who is responsible for the export.

Read more : https://www.couzyn.co.za/2026/03/12/vat-and-the-export-of-second-hand-goods/

14/04/2026

How to make professional connections remotely—and why it matters

ON PAPER, networking is a relatively simple task. Mingle with like-minded professionals while sipping wine and you greatly increase your chances of landing a coveted role, or building your dream career.

Read more : https://www.couzyn.co.za/2026/03/12/networking-online/

31/03/2026

The Rental Housing Tribunal: The Unsung Hero of South Africa’s Rental Market

Renting or leasing a home should be simple, but when it turns into a headache, the Rental Housing Tribunal (RHT) steps in to help. Established under the Rental Housing Act No. 50 of 1999, the tribunal provides a free, fair, and accessible way for landlords and tenants to resolve disputes, without the stress or cost of going to court.

Read more : https://www.couzyn.co.za/2026/02/20/the-rental-housing-tribunal-the-unsung-hero-of-south-africas-rental-market/

17/03/2026

Can You Be Fired if Artificial Intelligence Can Do Your Job?

Social media has been flooded with chatter about the chatbot phenomenon ChatGPT which seems destined to be able to, if not far better do, what humans can! So, what does this mean for employees? Can you be replaced by a bot like ChatGPT? In this article, we take a closer look at what this could mean for employees in the not-so-distant future.

Read more : https://www.couzyn.co.za/2026/02/19/can-you-be-fired-if-artificial-intelligence-can-do-your-job/

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