Doing Business in South Africa: Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr publishes up to date guide
1 November 2011
Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr's recently updated handbook on Doing Business in South Africa is designed for foreign companies considering investing in the Republic of South Africa. It provides guidelines on some of the key legal aspects of operating a business in this rapidly developing emerging market, which is experiencing good economic growth and has one of the world's most strictly controlled financial services industries.
The updated content covers recent regulatory developments affecting businesses such as the newly-implemented Companies Act and the Consumer Protection Act as well as providing overviews of what it takes to do business today in South Africa. The comprehensive nature of the information makes the guide useful for established local and foreign businesses as well as prospective new entities.
The extensive publication includes chapters on the South African banking system, business investment vehicles, and competition and environmental laws. It also offers practical advice for businesses on protecting intellectual property rights, understanding local employment and environmental laws, tax and exchange control, e-commerce, land rights and registration and requirements for securing an investment, among a number of other issues.
EmailThis information is intended as a general overview and discussion of the subjects dealt with. The information provided here was accurate as of the day it was posted; however, the law may have changed since that date. This information is not intended to be, and should not be used as, a substitute for taking legal advice in any specific situation. Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr is not responsible for any actions taken or not taken on the basis of this information. Please refer to the full terms and conditions on our website.
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