The Future of Platform Work in South Africa Needs a New Rulebook

The digital world is spinning faster than ever, and in South Africa, that rotation is powered by algorithms, online app orders, and the hum of delivery bikes. From catching an Uber to buying your weekly groceries via Checkers Sixty60, the “Platform Economy” has officially moved from a futuristic trend to our daily reality. But behind […]

Attorneys v Advocates – What is the Difference? Part 2

In terms of the Legal Practice Act of 2014, an advocate is “a legal practitioner who is admitted and enrolled as such under this Act”. This means that a person with an LLB degree first needs to be admitted and enrolled before they are considered and allowed to practice as an advocate. The abovementioned legislation […]

Need a Lawyer but Can’t Afford One? Here’s What to Do

Are you facing legal problems that require a lawyer’s assistance but can’t afford the help you need? The current socio-economic state of South Africa dictates that 55.5% of people are living in poverty and that South Africa is one of the most unequal countries in the world. It’s a harsh reality that the majority of […]