Defamation in South African Law

Saying, publishing, or posting defamatory statements about another person or entity can have serious consequences for the person releasing the statement. Defamation is a delict under South African law that is concerned with the protection of a person’s reputation. It is a serious matter that can have devastating consequences for an individual or business. Defamation […]

Defamation: What are the Requirements?

The Bill of Rights as contained in the South African Constitution protects human dignity. Defamation violates a person’s dignity, and more specifically his or her reputation or fama. It thus follows that a person who is defamed must have legal recourse to protect and vindicate their constitutional right. A party who intends to claim for defamation […]