Evaluating the public interest effects of a merger: The Competition Appeal Court charts the course in South Africa
When evaluating a merger, the Competition Act 89 of 1998 (“the Act“) mandates that the competition authorities apply a two-pronged test. The first leg of this test involves an inquiry into whether the merger can or cannot be justified on competition grounds. The second leg involves an inquiry into whether the merger can or cannot […]
High Court Temporarily Restrains Implementation of Kenya–US Health Framework
On 10th December 2025, the High Court of Kenya issued ex parte conservatory orders restraining the Government of Kenya (GOK) from implementing or operationalising the health cooperation framework executed between GOK and the United States of America (US) on 4th December 2025. The Kenya–US cooperation framework forms part of a new bilateral model of U.S. […]
CHILDREN AND MIGRATION ENSURING LEGAL CARE FOR CHILDREN IN MIGRATING FAMILIES
As more Zimbabwean families spread their wings globally, a critical question arises: what happens to the children? In Zimbabwe’s interconnected extended families, migration is not always just about parents and their biological children. It often involves nieces, nephews, and other young relatives who need continued care and support, legally and practically. This piece delves into […]
Mining Local Content Regulations Amended in Tanzania
In view of addressing regulatory and practical issues pertaining to compliance with the Mining Local Content Regulations, 2018 (the Regulations), on 12 September 2025 the Minister for Minerals issued the Mining (Local Content) (Amendment) Regulations (the amendments) vide Government Notice No. 563 of 2025. As per the amendments, a non-indigenous Tanzanian company that seeks to […]
COMESA publishes important new Competition Regulations
The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) has recently issued far-reaching new regulations expected to impact the way that business is being conducted in the COMESA member states. The COMESA Competition and Consumer Protection Regulations (2025 Regulations) came into effect on 5 December 2025. Importantly, it will affect all mergers and acquisition (M&A) […]
Office of the Registrar of Companies Directs Businesses to File Beneficial Ownership
The Office of the Registrar of Companies (“ORC”) in a notice dated 1 July 2025 has directed all companies incorporated before January 2020 that have not filed their beneficial ownership information with the ORC to do so by 30 October 2025. The directive requires companies to disclose any individual who ultimately owns, controls or influences […]
Instagram Photo Triggers Payment of Fine
On 19 August 2025, the Personal Data Protection Commission (the Commission), established under the Personal Data Protection Act, Cap. 44 (PDPA), delivered its ruling in Complaint No. PDPC/CMP/002/2025. The Commission found the Respondent liable for unlawfully posting and commercially exploiting the photograph of a newborn child on Instagram without parental consent. Background of the Case […]
A Dispute Boards Decision is Binding; Court of Appeal Upholds
The Kaplan & Stratton team of Senior Counsel Dr. Fred Ojiambo, Partner, Mr. James Muthui, Partner, Ms. Elizabeth Onyango, Partner and Ms. Sheryl Miima, Associate, instructed by the firm of Reed Smith LLP, led by Counsel Peter Rosher, Partner and Alison Eslick, Senior Associate, successfully acted for Sogea Satom SAS in the Court of Appeal […]
Enforcement of foreign court judgments and arbitration awards
In Zimbabwe the legislation enacted to give effect to domestic and international arbitration agreements is the Arbitration Act (Chapter 7:15). This statute and the regulations made thereunder also govern enforcement of foreign arbitration awards or mediated settlements issued under a different legal system. The Civil Matters (Mutual Assistance) Act (Chapter 8:02) and the regulations made […]
Why getting your tax objection right matters: Risks at the Revenue Appeals Tribunal
Businesses in Lesotho frequently face amended assessments (“Assessment”) from the Revenue Services Lesotho (“RSL”). When this happens, the law gives taxpayers the right to file an objection — a written challenge to the Assessment. At first glance, this may seem like a simple step, but in reality, it is the foundation of your entire case. […]