TOOLS OF THE TRADE – APRIL 2023 SIDESTEPPING AN ARBITRATION AGREEMENT Introduction Arbitration is an alternative private dispute resolution process which is governed by the Arbitration Act 42 of 1965 (the Act). If a party to a contract, which includ... read more
TOOLS OF THE TRADE – DECEMBER 2023 DUTY TO SUPERVISE PROPERLY Introduction What is the ambit of the duty of the employer’s agent (EA) to supervise the execution of construction works? What are the consequences of a failure to do so properly? The... read more
TOOLS OF THE TRADE – JUNE 2024 CHALLENGING AN ARBITRATION AWARD ON THE GROUNDS OF SERIOUS IRREGULARITY – LESSONS FROM THE UK Introduction This tale is about two Irish businessmen who came ever so close to striking it very rich in Nigeria. Mr Mi... read more
CONSTRUCTION CONUNDRUMS (29 May 2025) The first Construction Conundrums workshop in 2025 – not to be missed! 5 important topics will be addressed by 5 experienced practitioners. For more information and to register, click below: REGISTER NOW &nbs... read more
CASE IN POINT – OCTOBER 2025 ACCOUNTABILITY AT LAST Introduction The court reports are replete with cases involving unlawful tender awards and concomitant irregular expenditure on the part of government entities. Although not often proven, many of t... read more
