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Revise and Resubmit - The Mayukh ShowProbability Theory: First Steps (Wentzel 1982) - Weekend ClassicsWelcome to Revise and Resubmit. In today’s Weekend Classics, we’re diving into the fascinating world of mathematics with "Probability Theory: First Steps" by the remarkable Elena Sergeevna Wentzel.
Elena Wentzel wasn’t just a mathematician; she was a pioneer, an educator, and, intriguingly, a writer who published novels under the pen name Irina Grekova. Born in 1907 to a mathematician father and a literature-loving mother, Wentzel grew up balancing numbers and narratives. With a Ph.D. in mathematics, she contributed significantly to fields like probability theory and operations research, while also exploring human complexities through her prose...2024-12-0816 min
Goldgrube Franchise#21 Wentzel Dr. Immobilien, Jovica DenadijaDer unabhängige und objektive Podcast für alle, die Geschäftsmodelle hinter Franchisesystemen verstehen wollen.Heute zu Gast ist der höchst eloquente Jovica Denadija von Wentzel Dr. Immobilien. Jovica lässt uns extrem transparent hinter die Kulissen des ja oft etwas zwielichtigen Immobilien-Geschäfts blicken.Wir räumen mit einigen Mythen aus der Immobilienmaklerwelt auf.Möglicherweise zerstört dieser Episode auch den Traum einiger Menschen, als Immobilienmakler schnell das große Geld zu verdienen. Denn so einfach, wie man als Außenstehender denkt, ist es nicht. Und außerdem: auch...2024-02-251h 00
Webber WentzelGreylisting: Unveiling South Africa's AML Efforts and the 2025 Delisting AmbitionA year ago, greylisting by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) cast a shadow over South Africa's financial landscape. This designation, which represents deficiencies in a country's regulatory regime in the fight against money laundering, proliferated financing and terrorist financing, has raised concerns about economic consequences and global competitiveness.
In this podcast, Gabi Richards-Smith, Lerato Lamola, Kirsten Wolmarans, and Rashaad Carrim delve into the complex journey of removing South Africa from greylisting.
This insightful discussion tackles the remaining hurdles and emphasises the collective effort needed for delisting. While challenges persist, cautious optimism prevails for a 2025 delisting...2024-02-2221 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsGreylisting: Unveiling South Africa's AML Efforts and the 2025 Delisting AmbitionA year ago, greylisting by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) cast a shadow over South Africa's financial landscape. This designation, which represents deficiencies in a country's regulatory regime in the fight against money laundering, proliferated financing and terrorist financing, has raised concerns about economic consequences and global competitiveness.
In this podcast, Gabi Richards-Smith, Lerato Lamola, Kirsten Wolmarans, and Rashaad Carrim delve into the complex journey of removing South Africa from greylisting.
This insightful discussion tackles the remaining hurdles and emphasises the collective effort needed for delisting. While challenges persist, cautious optimism prevails for a 2025 delisting...2024-02-2221 minWebber WentzelESG: Business and Human Rights - A year in review and what to look out for in 2024Business and Human Rights (BHR) is on the rise in Africa, prompting companies to navigate an increasingly complex landscape. In this podcast, Pooja Dela and Paula-Ann Novotny explore insights and practical tips on navigating the BHR landscape in 2024.
They unpack key legal trends such as duties of care and evolving legislation, HRDD and legal frameworks, new challenges like virtual rape and disinformation, and corruption and corporate responsibility.
Guests: Pooja Dela – Partner Webber Wentzel Dispute Resolution and Business and Human Rights, Paula-Ann Novotny – Senior Associate Webber Wentzel ESG and Business and Human Rights2024-02-1521 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsESG: Business and Human Rights - A year in review and what to look out for in 2024Business and Human Rights (BHR) is on the rise in Africa, prompting companies to navigate an increasingly complex landscape. In this podcast, Pooja Dela and Paula-Ann Novotny explore insights and practical tips on navigating the BHR landscape in 2024.
They unpack key legal trends such as duties of care and evolving legislation, HRDD and legal frameworks, new challenges like virtual rape and disinformation, and corruption and corporate responsibility.
Guests: Pooja Dela – Partner Webber Wentzel Dispute Resolution and Business and Human Rights, Paula-Ann Novotny – Senior Associate Webber Wentzel ESG and Business and Human Rights2024-02-1521 minWebber WentzelUnpacking the anticipated legislative overhaul to existing maternity and parental leave provisionsThe recent ruling in the Van Wyk v Minister of Employment and Labour matter has set the stage for a transformative shift in parental leave entitlements. The case is a landmark judgment that challenges the conventional caregiver norms and will become the focal point for employers.
In this podcast, Mbali Nkosi is joined by Nkosinathi Thema, Kate Collier, Deon Visagie and Brett Abraham to provide perspectives on the implications of this ruling from their respective disciplines of Public Interest Law, Occupational Health and Safety Law and Employment Law.
The conversation explores behind-the-scenes insights from the team...2023-11-1521 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsUnpacking the anticipated legislative overhaul to existing maternity and parental leave provisionsThe recent ruling in the Van Wyk v Minister of Employment and Labour matter has set the stage for a transformative shift in parental leave entitlements. The case is a landmark judgment that challenges the conventional caregiver norms and will become the focal point for employers.
In this podcast, Mbali Nkosi is joined by Nkosinathi Thema, Kate Collier, Deon Visagie and Brett Abraham to provide perspectives on the implications of this ruling from their respective disciplines of Public Interest Law, Occupational Health and Safety Law and Employment Law.
The conversation explores behind-the-scenes insights from the team...2023-11-1521 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsTrending Topics: Investment and Transformation in South Africa: a balance between two imperativesSouth Africa, a country of rich diversity and historic transformation, stands at a crossroads, with investment catalysing economic growth and prosperity. At the same time, the imperatives of broad-based black economic empowerment (BBBEE) and the pursuit of public interest are fundamental cornerstones in this evolving legal landscape. The balance between fostering transformation and enticing foreign investment is an intricate dance that requires skill, expertise, and foresight.
In this podcast, Candice Meyer and Clare-Alice Vertue delve into the captivating interplay between investment and socioeconomic development, a theme that strikes at the heart of South Africa's transformation journey.
...2023-11-1009 minWebber WentzelTrending Topics: Investment and Transformation in South Africa: a balance between two imperativesSouth Africa, a country of rich diversity and historic transformation, stands at a crossroads, with investment catalysing economic growth and prosperity. At the same time, the imperatives of broad-based black economic empowerment (BBBEE) and the pursuit of public interest are fundamental cornerstones in this evolving legal landscape. The balance between fostering transformation and enticing foreign investment is an intricate dance that requires skill, expertise, and foresight.
In this podcast, Candice Meyer and Clare-Alice Vertue delve into the captivating interplay between investment and socioeconomic development, a theme that strikes at the heart of South Africa's transformation journey.
...2023-11-1009 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsThe truth about fraud - Part 2: Using business data and artificial intelligence to proactively detect fraudAlthough Artificial Intelligence (AI) could be used to perpetrate fraud, it could also be used, in addition to pre-existing data analytics to proactively detect fraud before it happens.
In this podcast, Aaqilah Nagdee and Christopher Williamson provide an overview on how AI can be used to help predict where gaps and loopholes are in an organisation. They also discuss the several steps that can be taken to ensure organisations use AI responsibly for fraud prevention.
Guests: Aaqilah Nagdee, senior associate Webber Wentzel Dispute Resolution and Christopher Williamson, candidate attorney, Webber Wentzel Financial Regulatory2023-11-0906 minWebber WentzelThe truth about fraud - Part 2: Using business data and artificial intelligence to proactively detect fraudAlthough Artificial Intelligence (AI) could be used to perpetrate fraud, it could also be used, in addition to pre-existing data analytics to proactively detect fraud before it happens.
In this podcast, Aaqilah Nagdee and Christopher Williamson provide an overview on how AI can be used to help predict where gaps and loopholes are in an organisation. They also discuss the several steps that can be taken to ensure organisations use AI responsibly for fraud prevention.
Guests: Aaqilah Nagdee, senior associate Webber Wentzel Dispute Resolution and Christopher Williamson, candidate attorney, Webber Wentzel Financial Regulatory2023-11-0906 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsThe truth about fraud - Part 1: Using business data and artificial intelligence to proactively detect fraudTo be able to detect and prevent fraud, organsations should invest in tools that will help them proactively analyse and monitor data. The global forensics market is moving towards using already-existing corporate data to incorporate transaction monitoring features that are specific to a company's activities and based on recognised red flags.
In this podcast, Aaqilah Nagdee and Christopher Williamson share insights on how organisations can proactively detect fraud by using existing business data.
Guests: Aaqilah Nagdee, senior associate Webber Wentzel Dispute Resolution and Christopher Williamson, candidate attorney, Webber Wentzel Financial Regulatory2023-11-0907 minWebber WentzelThe truth about fraud - Part 1: Using business data and artificial intelligence to proactively detect fraudTo be able to detect and prevent fraud, organsations should invest in tools that will help them proactively analyse and monitor data. The global forensics market is moving towards using already-existing corporate data to incorporate transaction monitoring features that are specific to a company's activities and based on recognised red flags.
In this podcast, Aaqilah Nagdee and Christopher Williamson share insights on how organisations can proactively detect fraud by using existing business data.
Guests: Aaqilah Nagdee, senior associate Webber Wentzel Dispute Resolution and Christopher Williamson, candidate attorney, Webber Wentzel Financial Regulatory2023-11-0907 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsThe truth about fraud: The impact of fraudulent claims in the public sectorFraud committed in the public sector has a negative impact on the government and taxpayers. It is therefore important that the appropriate mechanisms are put in place to mitigate, detect, and prevent fraud.
In this podcast, Lionel van Tonder, Zelda Swanepoel and Christopher Williamson give examples of fraud perpetrated in the public sector. They also share insights on how remedies such as technology can be used to detect and prevent fraud.
Guests: Lionel van Tonder, director Webber Wentzel Dispute Resolution, Zelda Swanepoel, partner, Webber Wentzel Financial Regulatory and Christopher Williamson, candidate attorney, Webber Wentzel Financial Regulatory2023-11-0914 minWebber WentzelThe truth about fraud: The impact of fraudulent claims in the public sectorFraud committed in the public sector has a negative impact on the government and taxpayers. It is therefore important that the appropriate mechanisms are put in place to mitigate, detect, and prevent fraud.
In this podcast, Lionel van Tonder, Zelda Swanepoel and Christopher Williamson give examples of fraud perpetrated in the public sector. They also share insights on how remedies such as technology can be used to detect and prevent fraud.
Guests: Lionel van Tonder, director Webber Wentzel Dispute Resolution, Zelda Swanepoel, partner, Webber Wentzel Financial Regulatory and Christopher Williamson, candidate attorney, Webber Wentzel Financial Regulatory2023-11-0914 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsThe truth about fraud: Defining fraud and unpacking fraudulent claims in the private sectorFraud is a common law offense, which if not mitigated against, threatens the sustainability of businesses in both the private and public sectors.
In this podcast, Lionel van Tonder, Zelda Swanepoel and Christopher Williamson define fraud, unpack the reasons fraud is committed, and discuss how fraudulent claims, particularly linked to insurance fraud are committed.
Guests: Lionel van Tonder, director Webber Wentzel Dispute Resolution, Zelda Swanepoel, partner, Webber Wentzel Financial Regulatory and Christopher Williamson, candidate attorney, Webber Wentzel Financial Regulatory2023-11-0909 minWebber WentzelThe truth about fraud: Defining fraud and unpacking fraudulent claims in the private sectorFraud is a common law offense, which if not mitigated against, threatens the sustainability of businesses in both the private and public sectors.
In this podcast, Lionel van Tonder, Zelda Swanepoel and Christopher Williamson define fraud, unpack the reasons fraud is committed, and discuss how fraudulent claims, particularly linked to insurance fraud are committed.
Guests: Lionel van Tonder, director Webber Wentzel Dispute Resolution, Zelda Swanepoel, partner, Webber Wentzel Financial Regulatory and Christopher Williamson, candidate attorney, Webber Wentzel Financial Regulatory2023-11-0909 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsTrending topics: Tax deductibility of ESG-related expensesAs we highlight the importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals, we consider the tax deductibility of related expenses.
In this podcast, Cor Kraamwinkel, Candice Meyer and Margaret Vermaak highlight how ESG extends its impact from global sustainability goals to individual companies and individuals in South Africa.
They explore three areas where ESG considerations influence taxation: transparency and disclosure, ethical tax contributions, and the tax treatment of ESG expenditure. They also emphasise that there is no dedicated section in the Income Tax Act for ESG; instead, general principles and case-specific analysis apply to determine the...2023-11-0712 minWebber WentzelTrending topics: Tax deductibility of ESG-related expensesAs we highlight the importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals, we consider the tax deductibility of related expenses.
In this podcast, Cor Kraamwinkel, Candice Meyer and Margaret Vermaak highlight how ESG extends its impact from global sustainability goals to individual companies and individuals in South Africa.
They explore three areas where ESG considerations influence taxation: transparency and disclosure, ethical tax contributions, and the tax treatment of ESG expenditure. They also emphasise that there is no dedicated section in the Income Tax Act for ESG; instead, general principles and case-specific analysis apply to determine the...2023-11-0712 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsTrending topics: Corporate GovernanceThe significance of the 'G' in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) is fundamental to ensuring that businesses align with societal concerns and strive for long-term value creation while adhering to regulatory and legal frameworks.
In this podcast, Gabi Richards-Smith, Lenee Green, and Analisa Ndebele delve into the critical topic of Corporate Governance within the context of the TMT (Telecoms, Media, and Technology) sector and the broader financial institutions landscape.
They highlight how governance is a vital aspect of ESG and must be a primary consideration for financial institutions and companies operating in regulated sectors.
...2023-11-0114 minWebber WentzelTrending topics: Corporate GovernanceThe significance of the 'G' in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) is fundamental to ensuring that businesses align with societal concerns and strive for long-term value creation while adhering to regulatory and legal frameworks.
In this podcast, Gabi Richards-Smith, Lenee Green, and Analisa Ndebele delve into the critical topic of Corporate Governance within the context of the TMT (Telecoms, Media, and Technology) sector and the broader financial institutions landscape.
They highlight how governance is a vital aspect of ESG and must be a primary consideration for financial institutions and companies operating in regulated sectors.
...2023-11-0114 minWebber WentzelTrending topics: Ransomware attacksOver the past few years, we've witnessed a significant upsurge in ransomware attacks, affecting individuals, businesses, and even critical infrastructure.
In this podcast, Wendy Tembedza and Karl Blom, dive into the alarming and rapidly evolving world of these cyber threats. Join us as we explore the latest trends on these malicious attacks and discuss ways to manage their consequences.
Guest: Wendy Tembedza, partner Webber Wentzel Telecommunications, Media & Technology (TMT) and Karl Blom, partner Webber Wentzel Telecommunications, Media & Technology (TMT)2023-10-2016 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsTrending topics: Ransomware attacksOver the past few years, we've witnessed a significant upsurge in ransomware attacks, affecting individuals, businesses, and even critical infrastructure.
In this podcast, Wendy Tembedza and Karl Blom, dive into the alarming and rapidly evolving world of these cyber threats. Join us as we explore the latest trends on these malicious attacks and discuss ways to manage their consequences.
Guest: Wendy Tembedza, partner Webber Wentzel Telecommunications, Media & Technology (TMT) and Karl Blom, partner Webber Wentzel Telecommunications, Media & Technology (TMT)2023-10-2016 min
Cosmos & Commerce PodcastEpisode 4- Carol Wentzel- Personal TrainerPodcast Summary: Exploring Health, Fitness, and Empowerment with Carol WentzelIntroduction:In the "Cosmos and Commerce" podcast, hosts Janis Francis and Michele Cook sit down with Carol Wentzel from Amanda Black Fitness to delve into her journey as a health and fitness coach, specifically focusing on women's health during menopause.Getting to Know Carol Wentzel:The hosts introduce Carol Wentzel, a health and fitness coach with Amanda Black Fitness, as their special guest. Carol shares her personal journey, battling weight and body image issues, and the turning point that led her to...2023-08-2741 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsUsing sustainability-linked financing for impact, to achieve ESG goalsIn this podcast, Khurshid Fazel, Webber Wentzel partner in the banking and finance team catches up with Arvana Singh, Head of Sustainable Finance Solutions (Nedbank CIB), Relebohile Malahleha, Executive Strategic Finance and Treasury (Barloworld) and Irshaad Wadvalla, ESG Officer (Equities Property Fund Limited), who share valuable perspectives informed by their experiences, on how sustainability linked financing is being used for impact and to achieve ESG goals.
Guests: Arvana Singh, Head of Sustainable Finance Solutions (Nedbank CIB), Relebohile Malahleha, Executive Strategic Finance and Treasury (Barloworld) and Irshaad Wadvalla, ESG Officer (Equities Property Fund Limited)
Host: Khurshid Fazel, partner...2023-06-1452 minWebber WentzelUsing sustainability-linked financing for impact, to achieve ESG goalsIn this podcast, Khurshid Fazel, Webber Wentzel partner in the banking and finance team catches up with Arvana Singh, Head of Sustainable Finance Solutions (Nedbank CIB), Relebohile Malahleha, Executive Strategic Finance and Treasury (Barloworld) and Irshaad Wadvalla, ESG Officer (Equities Property Fund Limited), who share valuable perspectives informed by their experiences, on how sustainability linked financing is being used for impact and to achieve ESG goals.
Guests: Arvana Singh, Head of Sustainable Finance Solutions (Nedbank CIB), Relebohile Malahleha, Executive Strategic Finance and Treasury (Barloworld) and Irshaad Wadvalla, ESG Officer (Equities Property Fund Limited)
Host: Khurshid Fazel, partner...2023-06-1452 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsLinklaters and Webber Wentzel unpack what the Financial Action Task Force’s greylisting of South Africa meansIn February 2023, South Africa was put on a 'greylist' by the FATF for falling short of certain international standards for the combating of money laundering and other serious financial crimes.
In this podcast, members of our Business Crime team and alliance partner Linklaters talk about what South Africa’s addition to the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) greylist means for companies with businesses or investments in South Africa.
In particular, they cover:
- What it means to be greylisted by FATF.
- The actions South Africa needs to take, and is taking, to come...2023-05-0426 minWebber WentzelLinklaters and Webber Wentzel unpack what the Financial Action Task Force’s greylisting of South Africa meansIn February 2023, South Africa was put on a 'greylist' by the FATF for falling short of certain international standards for the combating of money laundering and other serious financial crimes.
In this podcast, members of our Business Crime team and alliance partner Linklaters talk about what South Africa’s addition to the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) greylist means for companies with businesses or investments in South Africa.
In particular, they cover:
- What it means to be greylisted by FATF.
- The actions South Africa needs to take, and is taking, to come...2023-05-0426 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsESG: Business and Human Rights - Unpacking the stages of the Human Rights Due Diligence processBusinesses are required to take ownership of, and commit to, respecting human rights in their organisations and throughout their entire value chain. They need to act on identifying, preventing, mitigating, and remediating negative human rights impacts that may result from their operations or their business relationships, by putting the necessary systems and controls in place. The main controls, as envisaged in United Nations' Guiding Principles on Human Rights (UNGPs), include human rights due diligence (or HRDD) and human rights impact assessments (or HRIA).
In this podcast, Pooja Dela and Paula-Ann Novotny unpack each of the stages of the...2023-04-2418 minWebber WentzelESG: Business and Human Rights - Unpacking the stages of the Human Rights Due Diligence processBusinesses are required to take ownership of, and commit to, respecting human rights in their organisations and throughout their entire value chain. They need to act on identifying, preventing, mitigating, and remediating negative human rights impacts that may result from their operations or their business relationships, by putting the necessary systems and controls in place. The main controls, as envisaged in United Nations' Guiding Principles on Human Rights (UNGPs), include human rights due diligence (or HRDD) and human rights impact assessments (or HRIA).
In this podcast, Pooja Dela and Paula-Ann Novotny unpack each of the stages of the...2023-04-2418 minWebber WentzelESG: Business and Human Rights - What does it mean and why does it matter?Business and Human Rights (BHR) has become increasingly important due to the world's increased focus on Environment, Social and Governance (ESG). Human rights due diligence and human rights impact assessments are some of the key controls that guide corporate strategy and planning on BHR matters.
In this podcast, Pooja Dela and Paula-Ann Novotny discuss ESG management frameworks that envision the consideration of sustainability-related impacts, risks, and opportunities on the same level as corporate objectives.
Guests: Pooja Dela – partner Webber Wentzel ESG, Paula-Ann Novotny – Senior Associate Webber Wentzel ESG2023-03-3015 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsESG: Business and Human Rights - What does it mean and why does it matter?Business and Human Rights (BHR) has become increasingly important due to the world's increased focus on Environment, Social and Governance (ESG). Human rights due diligence and human rights impact assessments are some of the key controls that guide corporate strategy and planning on BHR matters.
In this podcast, Pooja Dela and Paula-Ann Novotny discuss ESG management frameworks that envision the consideration of sustainability-related impacts, risks, and opportunities on the same level as corporate objectives.
Guests: Pooja Dela – partner Webber Wentzel ESG, Paula-Ann Novotny – Senior Associate Webber Wentzel ESG2023-03-3015 min
Africa Legal Podcast'Becoming a well-rounded lawyer' - Alliance Reimagined | Insights Series with Webber WentzelWebber Wentzel and their alliance partner Linklaters offer their associates the opportunity to work temporarily for sister companies. In this mini-podcast series, Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson chats to Jimmy Mkhabela about his recent experience in London.
Jimmy Mkhabela, partner at leading law firm Webber Wentzel, always knew that he wanted to go on secondment – an opportunity to gain international experience and exposure – he just wasn't sure how it would come about.
His dream was further fueled when a colleague at the firm who had been placed on secondment told him if there was one thing he needed to do, that w...2023-03-1717 min
Africa Legal Podcast'Dispelling misconceptions' - Alliance Reimagined | Insights Series with Webber WentzelSecondments are an incredible way to understand different areas of business, structure and work ethic. In this mini-podcast series, Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson chats to Amaarah Mayet from Webber Wentzel who is currently on secondment at Linklaters London.
A law firm that offered international exposure was top of mind for Amaarah Mayet when deciding on a company to join after graduating from law school. Webber Wentzel stood out for her, head and shoulders, because of their alliance with Linklaters.
“I don't think any other firms at that time had such an established alliance, and I think Webber Wentzel really was...2023-03-0916 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsGreylisting of South Africa: Unpacking the economic impact, legislative interventions and its implementationSouth Africa’s greylisting by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has significant implications for its economic growth and global competitiveness but steps are already being taken to satisfy the FATF that South Africa is committed to combating money laundering and terrorist financing.
In this podcast, Lerato Lamola-Oguntoye, Kent Davis, and Rashaad Carrim unpack what greylisting means for South Africa and our clients. They also offer recommendations on what steps should be taken in response to recent legislative changes, and how the private and public sectors can work together to remove South Africa from the list of jurisdictions un...2023-03-0230 minWebber WentzelGreylisting of South Africa: Unpacking the economic impact, legislative interventions and its implementationSouth Africa’s greylisting by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has significant implications for its economic growth and global competitiveness but steps are already being taken to satisfy the FATF that South Africa is committed to combating money laundering and terrorist financing.
In this podcast, Lerato Lamola-Oguntoye, Kent Davis, and Rashaad Carrim unpack what greylisting means for South Africa and our clients. They also offer recommendations on what steps should be taken in response to recent legislative changes, and how the private and public sectors can work together to remove South Africa from the list of jurisdictions un...2023-03-0230 min
Africa Legal Podcast'Breaking down barriers' - Alliance Reimagined | Insights Series with Webber WentzelWebber Wentzel and their alliance partner Linklaters offer their associates the opportunity to work temporarily for sister companies. In this mini-podcast series, Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson chats to Eamon Alsaffar and Archie Prew who are on secondment at Webber Wentzel in Johannesburg.
Eamon Alsaffar had a choice of being seconded from Linklaters London to Paris, Singapore or South Africa. He chose the latter as he was eager to immerse himself in the country’s culture and experience what it’s like to be one of the locals there.
Alsaffar says he has already benefited from the social skills gained from f...2023-02-2117 min
RWOPodcastFolge 4: Michael WentzelRWOPodcast
In den beiden Spielen seitdem Michael Wentzel bei den Kleeblättern unter Vertrag steht, wurde er eingewechselt. Welches Gefühl er dabei hatte und wie er damit umgeht, berichtet er im Gespräch mit Felix Margolf.
Wentzel spricht über das kommende Spiel, welches auf Kunstrasen stattfinden.
Gegen Ende widmen sie sich der fußballerischen Vergangenheit von Wentzel, der beim Karlsruher SC in der Jugend auflief und mit 16 Jahren zu Borussia Mönchengladbach wechselte. Welche Vorgaben er für diese Zeit von seinem Vater erhielt und was er in dieser Zeit gelenrnt hat, erfahrt ihr beim Hören.
Wentzel bedankt...2022-09-0829 min
Webber Wentzel Legal InsightsImportant competition law developments in South Africa – forecasts for 2022 – with Judge Dennis DavisDaryl Dingley, head of Webber Wentzel's Competition team, hosted the Honourable Judge Dennis Davis to discuss recent competition law developments in South Africa for the latest podcast in the Webber Wentzel Legal Insights series. Judge Davis is uniquely placed to speak to these developments as the former Judge President of the Competition Appeal Court (CAC) and given his involvement in drafting the Constitution and the Competition Act.2022-04-0619 minWebber WentzelImportant competition law developments in South Africa – forecasts for 2022 – with Judge Dennis DavisDaryl Dingley, head of Webber Wentzel's Competition team, hosted the Honourable Judge Dennis Davis to discuss recent competition law developments in South Africa for the latest podcast in the Webber Wentzel Legal Insights series. Judge Davis is uniquely placed to speak to these developments as the former Judge President of the Competition Appeal Court (CAC) and given his involvement in drafting the Constitution and the Competition Act.2022-04-0619 min
Webber Wentzel Legal InsightsConsumer Sector Round Up - 2021 In ReviewOver the past year, we have seen the spending patterns of South African consumers change, due to factors such as inflation and also COVID-19. Statistics also show that one in three South African consumers live beyond their means, where low and middle-income groups spend mostly on non-discretion items such as housing and accommodation.
In this podcast, Webber Wentzel partners, Bernadette Versfeld, Candice Meyer, Pooja Dela, Ghassan Sader and Kirsty Kilner discuss the South African consumer sector trends in 2021 – focused on legal issues, they also unpack what to expect moving forward, and identify opportunities for the sector and our co...2021-12-1524 minWebber WentzelConsumer Sector Round Up - 2021 In ReviewOver the past year, we have seen the spending patterns of South African consumers change, due to factors such as inflation and also COVID-19. Statistics also show that one in three South African consumers live beyond their means, where low and middle-income groups spend mostly on non-discretion items such as housing and accommodation.
In this podcast, Webber Wentzel partners, Bernadette Versfeld, Candice Meyer, Pooja Dela, Ghassan Sader and Kirsty Kilner discuss the South African consumer sector trends in 2021 – focused on legal issues, they also unpack what to expect moving forward, and identify opportunities for the sector and our co...2021-12-1524 min
Webber Wentzel Legal InsightsIn conversation with the Pension Funds AdjudicatorThe Office of the Pension Funds Adjudicator (OPFA) published its Annual Report for 2020/21, and whilst the OPFA recorded a reduction in the number of new complaints referred for that period, it noted that this may be due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Whilst pension funds, administrators and employers have their own role to play in a pension fund, is there a role for them in lessening the number of complaints in pension funds?
In this podcast, Nicci van Vuuren and Muvhango Lukhaimane (the Pension Funds Adjudicator) explore the disparity which seems to exist between members and stakeholders when it...2021-11-2420 minWebber WentzelIn conversation with the Pension Funds AdjudicatorThe Office of the Pension Funds Adjudicator (OPFA) published its Annual Report for 2020/21, and whilst the OPFA recorded a reduction in the number of new complaints referred for that period, it noted that this may be due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Whilst pension funds, administrators and employers have their own role to play in a pension fund, is there a role for them in lessening the number of complaints in pension funds?
In this podcast, Nicci van Vuuren and Muvhango Lukhaimane (the Pension Funds Adjudicator) explore the disparity which seems to exist between members and stakeholders when it...2021-11-2420 min
Webber Wentzel Legal InsightsImportant competition law developments in Nigeria - Part 2: Competition and trade issues in NigeriaThe Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) is actively reviewing mergers and pursing several restrictive business practice investigations.
In this podcast, Florence Abebe (Assistant Chief Legal Officer at the FCCPC), Ayodeji Oyetunde (Partner at Aluko & Oyebode) unpack recent competition compliance and trade law developments, and discuss the effect of these developments on firms doing business in Nigeria.
Host: Shawn van der Meulen, Partner, Webber Wentzel
Executive Producer: Elisha Bhugwandeen2021-09-2818 minWebber WentzelImportant competition law developments in Nigeria - Part 2: Competition and trade issues in NigeriaThe Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) is actively reviewing mergers and pursing several restrictive business practice investigations.
In this podcast, Florence Abebe (Assistant Chief Legal Officer at the FCCPC), Ayodeji Oyetunde (Partner at Aluko & Oyebode) unpack recent competition compliance and trade law developments, and discuss the effect of these developments on firms doing business in Nigeria.
Host: Shawn van der Meulen, Partner, Webber Wentzel
Executive Producer: Elisha Bhugwandeen2021-09-2818 min
Webber WentzelImportant competition law developments in Nigeria - Part 1: Merger control developments in NigeriaOver the past few months, there have been some important merger control developments in Nigeria, including the recent amendment to the merger filing fees.
In this podcast, Florence Abebe (Assistant Chief Legal Officer at the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission) and Ayodeji Oyetunde (Partner at Aluko & Oyebode) discuss the effect of these developments on firms doing business in Nigeria.
Host: Mmadika Moloi, Partner, Webber Wentzel
Executive Producer: Elisha Bhugwandeen2021-09-2814 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsImportant competition law developments in Nigeria - Part 1: Merger control developments in NigeriaOver the past few months, there have been some important merger control developments in Nigeria, including the recent amendment to the merger filing fees.
In this podcast, Florence Abebe (Assistant Chief Legal Officer at the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission) and Ayodeji Oyetunde (Partner at Aluko & Oyebode) discuss the effect of these developments on firms doing business in Nigeria.
Host: Mmadika Moloi, Partner, Webber Wentzel
Executive Producer: Elisha Bhugwandeen2021-09-2814 min
NDE PodcastItem #358 9/1/2021 The NDE Of Martin Wentzel
Martin Wentzel was riding his bike in Sweden when a car hit him head-on. He was dead for 8 minutes. His account is so fascinating you absolutely must read it along with his extra comments on the NDERF website. And you will want to listen to this episode multiple times because there is so much to ruminate on. Chas reads from the NDERF website. But please read the entire account there for yourself. And check out Martin’s website. Links below.
Read Martin Wentzel’s complete NDE account on the NDERF website.
Martin’s website is in Swe...2021-09-0144 min
Webber WentzelCorruption in international arbitration proceedingsby Chandni Gopal, Dylan Cron, Prathik Mohanlall, Kirsten Wolmarans
Considering avenues of mitigating your company's risk exposure, is part and parcel of investing across borders. When dealing with a government entity in your business transaction, are you certain that the local courts will protect your company in cases where there are allegations of bribery by a public official?
Webber Wentzel lawyers Chandni Gopal, Dylan Cron, Prathik Mohanlall and Kirsten Wolmarans discuss corruption allegations that have arisen more frequently in international arbitration and evaluate how arbitrators deal with corruption allegations during arbitrations, and what happens when corruption...2021-07-2620 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsCorruption in international arbitration proceedingsby Chandni Gopal, Dylan Cron, Prathik Mohanlall, Kirsten Wolmarans
Considering avenues of mitigating your company's risk exposure, is part and parcel of investing across borders. When dealing with a government entity in your business transaction, are you certain that the local courts will protect your company in cases where there are allegations of bribery by a public official?
Webber Wentzel lawyers Chandni Gopal, Dylan Cron, Prathik Mohanlall and Kirsten Wolmarans discuss corruption allegations that have arisen more frequently in international arbitration and evaluate how arbitrators deal with corruption allegations during arbitrations, and what happens when corruption...2021-07-2620 min
Webber Wentzel Legal InsightsThe effect of recent COMESA competition law developments – a discussion with Dr Willard Mwemba – Pt 2 by Burton PhillipsThe COMESA Competition Commission (CCC) has now been active for almost 10 years and has pioneered the development of regional competition law in Africa. In this podcast, Dr Willard Mwemba, the Acting Director and Chief Executive Officer of the CCC, and Burton Phillips from Webber Wentzel unpack the recent important developments involving the COMESA Competition Commission (CCC). This session will focus on restrictive business practices.
Guest for this podcast series are:
Burton Phillips, Partner, Webber Wentzel; and
Dr Willard Mwemba, Acting Director and Chief Executive Officer of the COMESA Competition Commission.
Executive Producer: Elisha...2021-05-0516 minWebber WentzelThe effect of recent COMESA competition law developments – a discussion with Dr Willard Mwemba – Pt 2 by Burton PhillipsThe COMESA Competition Commission (CCC) has now been active for almost 10 years and has pioneered the development of regional competition law in Africa. In this podcast, Dr Willard Mwemba, the Acting Director and Chief Executive Officer of the CCC, and Burton Phillips from Webber Wentzel unpack the recent important developments involving the COMESA Competition Commission (CCC). This session will focus on restrictive business practices.
Guest for this podcast series are:
Burton Phillips, Partner, Webber Wentzel; and
Dr Willard Mwemba, Acting Director and Chief Executive Officer of the COMESA Competition Commission.
Executive Producer: Elisha...2021-05-0516 min
Webber WentzelThe effect of recent COMESA competition law developments – a discussion with Dr Willard Mwemba – Pt 1 by Daryl DingleyThe COMESA Competition Commission (CCC) has now been active for almost 10 years and has pioneered the development of regional competition law in Africa. In this podcast, Dr Willard Mwemba, the Acting Director and Chief Executive Officer of the CCC, and Daryl Dingley from Webber Wentzel unpack the recent important developments relating to the COMESA Competition Commission (CCC) and the effect of these developments for firms doing business in Africa. This session also focuses on the CCC's priority enforcement objectives and merger control.
Guest for this podcast series are:
Daryl Dingley, Head of the Competition Law Team...2021-05-0523 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsThe effect of recent COMESA competition law developments – a discussion with Dr Willard Mwemba – Pt 1 by Daryl DingleyThe COMESA Competition Commission (CCC) has now been active for almost 10 years and has pioneered the development of regional competition law in Africa. In this podcast, Dr Willard Mwemba, the Acting Director and Chief Executive Officer of the CCC, and Daryl Dingley from Webber Wentzel unpack the recent important developments relating to the COMESA Competition Commission (CCC) and the effect of these developments for firms doing business in Africa. This session also focuses on the CCC's priority enforcement objectives and merger control.
Guest for this podcast series are:
Daryl Dingley, Head of the Competition Law Team...2021-05-0523 min
Webber Wentzel Legal InsightsInvestment protection under the AfCFTAThe African Continental Free Trade Area aims to increase intra-African trade and transform the economies on the African continent. With trade comes investment and the first question that investors should be asking when taking the plunge and committing to an investment in a foreign state is how that investment will be treated. In this podcast Webber Wentzel partners Sarah McKenzie, Vlad Movshovich and guests Tunde Fagbohunlu, head of the Litigation, Arbitration and ADR at Aluko & Oyebode and Roland Ziadé, Global Co-Head of International Arbitration at Linklaters, discuss the investment protection regime under the African Continental Free Trade Agreement, what we c...2021-03-1528 minWebber WentzelInvestment protection under the AfCFTAThe African Continental Free Trade Area aims to increase intra-African trade and transform the economies on the African continent. With trade comes investment and the first question that investors should be asking when taking the plunge and committing to an investment in a foreign state is how that investment will be treated. In this podcast Webber Wentzel partners Sarah McKenzie, Vlad Movshovich and guests Tunde Fagbohunlu, head of the Litigation, Arbitration and ADR at Aluko & Oyebode and Roland Ziadé, Global Co-Head of International Arbitration at Linklaters, discuss the investment protection regime under the African Continental Free Trade Agreement, what we c...2021-03-1528 min
Webber Wentzel Legal InsightsCOVID-19 Vaccines – Employer Considerations – Part 6: Personal information management of employee vaccine dataWith the arrival of South Africa's first consignment of Covid-19 vaccines, many employers are grappling with the possibility of introducing workplace vaccination policies. Over this 6-part series, we will be unpacking various issues from the possibility of mandatory vaccination policies for employees to personal information management of employee vaccination data. In part 6, the final podcast in this series, we explore privacy issues related to Covid-19 vaccines for employers. We are joined by Karl Blom, a privacy expert at Webber Wentzel to discuss these issues.2021-02-0505 minWebber WentzelCOVID-19 Vaccines – Employer Considerations – Part 6: Personal information management of employee vaccine dataWith the arrival of South Africa's first consignment of Covid-19 vaccines, many employers are grappling with the possibility of introducing workplace vaccination policies. Over this 6-part series, we will be unpacking various issues from the possibility of mandatory vaccination policies for employees to personal information management of employee vaccination data. In part 6, the final podcast in this series, we explore privacy issues related to Covid-19 vaccines for employers. We are joined by Karl Blom, a privacy expert at Webber Wentzel to discuss these issues.2021-02-0505 min
Franchise RockstarsJovica Denadija, Wentzel Dr. HomesIn dieser Folge haben wir wieder mal ein Immobilienmakler-System zu Gast: Wentzel Dr. Homes. In dem Interview erzählt er uns zunächst, wie es zu dem doch etwas sperrigen Namen gekommen ist, aber auch, welche Besonderheit sein Maklerbüro von den Konkurrenten unterscheidet: Und zwar nicht nur ihre Lead-Generierung und dessen Skalierbarkeit sondern auch, dass seine Franchisenehmer mehr am als im Unternehmen arbeiten. Tolles Interview mit einigen Golden Nuggets!
Webseiten:
Wentzel Dr. Homes: https://www.wentzel-dr.de/
Wentzel Dr. Homes Franchise: https://www.wentzel-dr.de/immobilien-franchise/
2020-11-2033 min
Webber WentzelVirtual Hearings in International ArbitrationArbitration is increasingly used to resolve complex disputes. Our dispute resolution specialists have extensive experience in advising on domestic and international commercial arbitration matters and investment law disputes. We have acted for claimants and defendants (public and private sector parties) in many complex, high-value arbitrations, with a particular focus on Africa.
In this podcast, Webber Wentzel partners, Priyesh and Sarah, along with their host, discuss the advent of virtual hearings in international arbitrations in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Together, the panel unpacks the extensive developments in virtual international arbitration hearings and Webber Wentzel's unique experiences and expert...2020-11-1924 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsVirtual Hearings in International ArbitrationArbitration is increasingly used to resolve complex disputes. Our dispute resolution specialists have extensive experience in advising on domestic and international commercial arbitration matters and investment law disputes. We have acted for claimants and defendants (public and private sector parties) in many complex, high-value arbitrations, with a particular focus on Africa.
In this podcast, Webber Wentzel partners, Priyesh and Sarah, along with their host, discuss the advent of virtual hearings in international arbitrations in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Together, the panel unpacks the extensive developments in virtual international arbitration hearings and Webber Wentzel's unique experiences and expert...2020-11-1924 min
Advice From A BropairMale Au Pair Answers The Web's Most Searched Questions | Wired Parodythe Bropair makes a parody of WIRED's Autocomplete Interview and answers the internet's burning questions abou au pairing. This is the most comprehensive au pair interview and answers everything you have probably wanted to know about the cultural exchange program. What does an au pair do? Which is the best agency? How much money do au pairs make? Jarryd answers all of these questions and much more!Jarryd Wentzel AKA the Bropair is a 27 year-old South African who lived and worked in America as a male au pair. He created this YouTube channel to help out other...2020-08-0610 min
Webber WentzelTax insights on debt and corporate restructurings for businesses in distressGiven the current economic crisis as a consequence of the Covid 19 pandemic, as well as the state of the South African economy over the last few years, we have seen a significant increase in debt and corporate restructurings by South African corporate entities. It's no surprise that this trend has continued throughout the last few months, and will most likely continue for the foreseeable future.
Unfortunately, given the complexity of the tax rules relating to debt and corporate restructurings, if these restructurings are not implemented correctly, this could result in additional taxes being payable as well. Obviously, this...2020-07-2411 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsTax insights on debt and corporate restructurings for businesses in distressGiven the current economic crisis as a consequence of the Covid 19 pandemic, as well as the state of the South African economy over the last few years, we have seen a significant increase in debt and corporate restructurings by South African corporate entities. It's no surprise that this trend has continued throughout the last few months, and will most likely continue for the foreseeable future.
Unfortunately, given the complexity of the tax rules relating to debt and corporate restructurings, if these restructurings are not implemented correctly, this could result in additional taxes being payable as well. Obviously, this...2020-07-2411 min
Webber WentzelBuilding an African Arbitration DestinationArbitration is increasingly used to resolve complex disputes. Our dispute resolution specialists have extensive experience in advising on domestic and international commercial arbitration matters and investment law disputes. We have acted for claimants and defendants (public and private sector parties) in many complex, high-value arbitrations, with a particular focus on Africa.
In this podcast, Webber Wentzel partners, Erin Warmington, Vlad Movshovich and Sarah McKenzie, with special guest from Linklaters, Raquel Galvão Silva , consider what arbitration generally looks like in an African context, and discuss how and why South Africa is becoming a leading arbitration jurisdiction on the c...2020-07-1436 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsBuilding an African Arbitration DestinationArbitration is increasingly used to resolve complex disputes. Our dispute resolution specialists have extensive experience in advising on domestic and international commercial arbitration matters and investment law disputes. We have acted for claimants and defendants (public and private sector parties) in many complex, high-value arbitrations, with a particular focus on Africa.
In this podcast, Webber Wentzel partners, Erin Warmington, Vlad Movshovich and Sarah McKenzie, with special guest from Linklaters, Raquel Galvão Silva , consider what arbitration generally looks like in an African context, and discuss how and why South Africa is becoming a leading arbitration jurisdiction on the c...2020-07-1436 min
Webber WentzelThe role and responsibility of boards in the Covid-19 crisisCovid-19 has changed organisations fundamentally, including their leadership and governance. Businesses with strong boards which have listened to and communicated empathetically with stakeholders and those that have adopted a stakeholder inclusive approach may better fare in this crisis in the long run.
In this podcast, corporate governance experts from Webber Wentzel and Linklaters unpack the key issues related to corporate governance during Covid-19, covering local and international trends and experiences.
Guest for this podcast are:
Christo Els - Senior Partner, Webber Wentzel
Tom Shropshire - the Global Head of Linklaters' U.S. practice and...2020-06-2623 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsThe role and responsibility of boards in the Covid-19 crisisCovid-19 has changed organisations fundamentally, including their leadership and governance. Businesses with strong boards which have listened to and communicated empathetically with stakeholders and those that have adopted a stakeholder inclusive approach may better fare in this crisis in the long run.
In this podcast, corporate governance experts from Webber Wentzel and Linklaters unpack the key issues related to corporate governance during Covid-19, covering local and international trends and experiences.
Guest for this podcast are:
Christo Els - Senior Partner, Webber Wentzel
Tom Shropshire - the Global Head of Linklaters' U.S. practice and...2020-06-2623 min
Webber Wentzel Legal InsightsPart 3: Restructuring employment contracts for expats working in South AfricaExpats working in South Africa raise a myriad of complexities related to immigration, labour law and tax which employers and employees will need to understand. Webber Wentzel and IBN Immigration Solutions have partnered together to help provide some clarity on some of the key issues which arise. The podcast is broken into three parts - the first session looks at whether expat workers fall under South African employment law, and various aspects of contracts. In the second session, we unpack common questions around work visas and employment contracts. In our third and final discussion, we look at restructuring employment contracts...2020-06-2413 minWebber WentzelPart 3: Restructuring employment contracts for expats working in South AfricaExpats working in South Africa raise a myriad of complexities related to immigration, labour law and tax which employers and employees will need to understand. Webber Wentzel and IBN Immigration Solutions have partnered together to help provide some clarity on some of the key issues which arise. The podcast is broken into three parts - the first session looks at whether expat workers fall under South African employment law, and various aspects of contracts. In the second session, we unpack common questions around work visas and employment contracts. In our third and final discussion, we look at restructuring employment contracts...2020-06-2413 min
Webber WentzelPart 2: Common questions around work visas and employment contractsExpats working in South Africa raise a myriad of complexities related to immigration, labour law and tax which employers and employees will need to understand. Webber Wentzel and IBN Immigration Solutions have partnered together to help provide some clarity on some of the key issues which arise. The podcast is broken into three parts - the first session looks at whether expat workers fall under South African employment law, and various aspects of contracts. In the second session, we unpack common questions around work visas and employment contracts. In our third and final discussion, we look at restructuring employment contracts...2020-06-2410 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsPart 2: Common questions around work visas and employment contractsExpats working in South Africa raise a myriad of complexities related to immigration, labour law and tax which employers and employees will need to understand. Webber Wentzel and IBN Immigration Solutions have partnered together to help provide some clarity on some of the key issues which arise. The podcast is broken into three parts - the first session looks at whether expat workers fall under South African employment law, and various aspects of contracts. In the second session, we unpack common questions around work visas and employment contracts. In our third and final discussion, we look at restructuring employment contracts...2020-06-2410 min
Webber WentzelPart 1: Assessing whether expat workers fall under South African employment law, and various aspects of contractsExpats working in South Africa raise a myriad of complexities related to immigration, labour law and tax which employers and employees will need to understand. Webber Wentzel and IBN Immigration Solutions have partnered together to help provide some clarity on some of the key issues which arise. The podcast is broken into three parts - the first session looks at whether expat workers fall under South African employment law, and various aspects of contracts. In the second session, we unpack common questions around work visas and employment contracts. In our third and final discussion, we look at restructuring employment contracts...2020-06-2413 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsPart 1: Assessing whether expat workers fall under South African employment law, and various aspects of contractsExpats working in South Africa raise a myriad of complexities related to immigration, labour law and tax which employers and employees will need to understand. Webber Wentzel and IBN Immigration Solutions have partnered together to help provide some clarity on some of the key issues which arise. The podcast is broken into three parts - the first session looks at whether expat workers fall under South African employment law, and various aspects of contracts. In the second session, we unpack common questions around work visas and employment contracts. In our third and final discussion, we look at restructuring employment contracts...2020-06-2413 min
Webber WentzelThe Effect of Covid-19 on Cybersecurity and Cyber BreachesCybercrime is always a threat for businesses and governments. But the threat escalated during the Covid-19 lockdown, when working from home became the “new normal". Cybercrime is potentially very costly for businesses: the 2017 WannaCry ransomware attack cost an estimated hundreds of millions of dollars for businesses around the world, including in South Africa. In this podcast several Webber Wentzel experts discuss several issues relevant to business in managing the risks associated with cybercrime, including necessary security measures, privacy and POPI, insurance and the legal consequences of a breach of data.
Webber Wentzel’s legal experts featured in this epis...2020-05-2837 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsThe Effect of Covid-19 on Cybersecurity and Cyber BreachesCybercrime is always a threat for businesses and governments. But the threat escalated during the Covid-19 lockdown, when working from home became the “new normal". Cybercrime is potentially very costly for businesses: the 2017 WannaCry ransomware attack cost an estimated hundreds of millions of dollars for businesses around the world, including in South Africa. In this podcast several Webber Wentzel experts discuss several issues relevant to business in managing the risks associated with cybercrime, including necessary security measures, privacy and POPI, insurance and the legal consequences of a breach of data.
Webber Wentzel’s legal experts featured in this epis...2020-05-2837 min
Advice From A Bropair8 BEST Skype Tips For Host Family Interviewing Au Pairs In 2020Hey whats up, HOST FAMILY! Today I am going to give you the BEST 8 tips for your Skype interviews with potential au pairs. Lets go! 😃 The Skype call is super important because you will be able to see the au pair and be able to engage with each other in real time. You can get a feel for each other and learn more about one another to see if this would be a good match.This is the first time that this topic is covered as the focus is always on au pairs so I'm honoured to be a...2020-05-2305 min
Webber Wentzel Legal InsightsThe Effect of Covid-19 on the Retail Sector - Part 2Webber Wentzel has recently launched Webber Wentzel Legal Insights. The first series on the channel relates to the effect of the Covid-19 outbreak on various sectors. Today's episode is part two of a two-part episode that focuses on the retail sector and gathers insights from several Webber Wentzel experts looking at some key issues for the sector – trying to unpack both the issues and the opportunities, now and looking forward.
Webber Wentzel’s legal experts featured in this episode: Maria Philippides (insurance), Bernadette Versfeld (intellectual property), Nirvasha Singh (tax - TERS benefit), Mbali Nkosi (health and safety), Dhevarsha Ramj...2020-05-2244 minWebber WentzelThe Effect of Covid-19 on the Retail Sector - Part 2Webber Wentzel has recently launched Webber Wentzel Legal Insights. The first series on the channel relates to the effect of the Covid-19 outbreak on various sectors. Today's episode is part two of a two-part episode that focuses on the retail sector and gathers insights from several Webber Wentzel experts looking at some key issues for the sector – trying to unpack both the issues and the opportunities, now and looking forward.
Webber Wentzel’s legal experts featured in this episode: Maria Philippides (insurance), Bernadette Versfeld (intellectual property), Nirvasha Singh (tax - TERS benefit), Mbali Nkosi (health and safety), Dhevarsha Ramj...2020-05-2244 min
Webber WentzelThe Effect of Covid-19 on the Retail Sector - Part 1Webber Wentzel has recently launched Webber Wentzel Legal Insights. The first series on the channel relates to the effect of the Covid-19 outbreak on various sectors. Today's episode is part one of a two-part episode that focuses on the retail sector and gathers insights from several Webber Wentzel experts looking at some key issues for the sector – trying to unpack both the issues and the opportunities, now and looking forward.
Webber Wentzel’s legal experts featured in this episode: Michael Evans (regulatory), Pooja Dela (crisis and reputation management), Robert Wilson (competition - excessive pricing) and Mark McIntosh (real esta...2020-05-2048 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsThe Effect of Covid-19 on the Retail Sector - Part 1Webber Wentzel has recently launched Webber Wentzel Legal Insights. The first series on the channel relates to the effect of the Covid-19 outbreak on various sectors. Today's episode is part one of a two-part episode that focuses on the retail sector and gathers insights from several Webber Wentzel experts looking at some key issues for the sector – trying to unpack both the issues and the opportunities, now and looking forward.
Webber Wentzel’s legal experts featured in this episode: Michael Evans (regulatory), Pooja Dela (crisis and reputation management), Robert Wilson (competition - excessive pricing) and Mark McIntosh (real esta...2020-05-2048 min
Webber WentzelMedia Law: Defamation - Episode 5This is Webber Wentzel Legal Insights with your host, Dario Milo.
This is episode 5 of our series on Media Law and we are looking at a very important recent defamation case where two veteran journalists, represented by Webber Wentzel, successfully sued the Economic Freedom Party for being called Stratcom agents. Dario's guests are the two applicants in that case - celebrated journalist, author and Economics Editor at SABC NEWS Thandeka Gqubule-Mbeki, and the Caxton Professor of Journalism at Wits University Anton Harber. Anton is the founder and former Editor of the Mail & Guardian and the former Editor-in-Chief of...2020-05-2029 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsMedia Law: Defamation - Episode 5This is Webber Wentzel Legal Insights with your host, Dario Milo.
This is episode 5 of our series on Media Law and we are looking at a very important recent defamation case where two veteran journalists, represented by Webber Wentzel, successfully sued the Economic Freedom Party for being called Stratcom agents. Dario's guests are the two applicants in that case - celebrated journalist, author and Economics Editor at SABC NEWS Thandeka Gqubule-Mbeki, and the Caxton Professor of Journalism at Wits University Anton Harber. Anton is the founder and former Editor of the Mail & Guardian and the former Editor-in-Chief of...2020-05-2029 min
Advice From A BropairDear Host-Kids: A Final Goodbye From Your Au PairI was an au pair in America for 2 years with the same host-family. I grew such a strong bond with my host-kids and so when the day finally arrived where I had to leave I broke down and cried. It was a very emotional moment and it still is three months later. I wanted to show another side of being an au pair with raw emotion. The bonds created through this program are strong and I miss those boys everyday. They became my family and I will love them forever and a day. I leaned so much by being th...2020-05-1905 min
Webber WentzelThe Effect of Covid-19 on the TMT SectorWebber Wentzel has recently launched Webber Wentzel Legal Insights. The first series on the channel relates to the effect of the Covid-19 outbreak on various sectors. This episode recorded last week gathers insights from several Webber Wentzel experts who seek to unpack issues related to tracking and tracing; workplace well-being and employees; technology opportunity; fake news; the ability to resolve disputes through the courts as well as e-payment systems and government endeavors to build these platforms and finally issues related to tax.
Webber Wentzel’s legal experts from this episode: Nozipho Mngomezulu, Dario Milo, Leanne Mostert, Dawid De Vi...2020-05-1845 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsThe Effect of Covid-19 on the TMT SectorWebber Wentzel has recently launched Webber Wentzel Legal Insights. The first series on the channel relates to the effect of the Covid-19 outbreak on various sectors. This episode recorded last week gathers insights from several Webber Wentzel experts who seek to unpack issues related to tracking and tracing; workplace well-being and employees; technology opportunity; fake news; the ability to resolve disputes through the courts as well as e-payment systems and government endeavors to build these platforms and finally issues related to tax.
Webber Wentzel’s legal experts from this episode: Nozipho Mngomezulu, Dario Milo, Leanne Mostert, Dawid De Vi...2020-05-1845 min
Webber WentzelMedia Law: Media Ethics - Episode 4This is Webber Wentzel Legal Insights’ series on Media Law hosted by Dario Milo.
In this episode we are going to be looking at Media Ethics - issues such as self-regulation, rights of reply, verification, privacy and public interest and ethical regulation of online speech.
Dario's guests are Press Ombudsman Pippa Green and Associate Professor of Journalism at Wits, Dr Glenda Daniels.
Green holds an MSc in journalism from New York’s Columbia University and has held many senior editorial positions in both print and broadcast media as well as being a member of the...2020-05-1331 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsMedia Law: Media Ethics - Episode 4This is Webber Wentzel Legal Insights’ series on Media Law hosted by Dario Milo.
In this episode we are going to be looking at Media Ethics - issues such as self-regulation, rights of reply, verification, privacy and public interest and ethical regulation of online speech.
Dario's guests are Press Ombudsman Pippa Green and Associate Professor of Journalism at Wits, Dr Glenda Daniels.
Green holds an MSc in journalism from New York’s Columbia University and has held many senior editorial positions in both print and broadcast media as well as being a member of the...2020-05-1331 min
Webber WentzelMedia Law: Surveillance - Episode 3This is Webber Wentzel Legal Insights with your host Dario Milo. In this episode we continue our series on Media Law by looking at Surveillance. This is the third episode in the series of 5.
Surveillance by the government and others of journalists has become a major concern around the world, and increasingly in South Africa. amaBhungane's challenge to aspects of the surveillance laws - seeking to compel greater checks and balances - is pending before the Constitutional Court. Unjustified surveillance undermines our privacy rights, and also impacts on freedom of expression and media freedom.
Dario's guests...2020-05-0632 minWebber Wentzel Legal InsightsMedia Law: Surveillance - Episode 3This is Webber Wentzel Legal Insights with your host Dario Milo. In this episode we continue our series on Media Law by looking at Surveillance. This is the third episode in the series of 5.
Surveillance by the government and others of journalists has become a major concern around the world, and increasingly in South Africa. amaBhungane's challenge to aspects of the surveillance laws - seeking to compel greater checks and balances - is pending before the Constitutional Court. Unjustified surveillance undermines our privacy rights, and also impacts on freedom of expression and media freedom.
Dario's guests...2020-05-0632 min
Webber Wentzel Legal InsightsMedia Law: Disinformation - Episode 2Welcome to Webber Wentzel Legal Insights. With over 150 years of experience and deep industry knowledge, Webber Wentzel is the leading full-service law firm on the African continent.
In this series, your host Dario Milo unpacks media law in an exciting and informative way. In this episode he explores the problem of disinformation (false or misleading information that is spread deliberately to deceive). Although this episode is not focused on Covid-19, and was recorded before the "false news" crime now enacted in the Lockdown Regulations – the topic is particularly timely given the extent of disinformation that we have seen re...2020-04-2925 minWebber WentzelMedia Law: Disinformation - Episode 2Welcome to Webber Wentzel Legal Insights. With over 150 years of experience and deep industry knowledge, Webber Wentzel is the leading full-service law firm on the African continent.
In this series, your host Dario Milo unpacks media law in an exciting and informative way. In this episode he explores the problem of disinformation (false or misleading information that is spread deliberately to deceive). Although this episode is not focused on Covid-19, and was recorded before the "false news" crime now enacted in the Lockdown Regulations – the topic is particularly timely given the extent of disinformation that we have seen re...2020-04-2925 min
Webber Wentzel Legal InsightsMedia Law: Open Justice – Episode 1The second series on the Webber Wentzel Legal Insights channel hosted by media law expert Dario Milo. Dario, in this series, unpacks several issues related to 'open justice' – the common law principle that court and other similar proceedings are open to the public. Over time, court proceedings are now routinely broadcast and streamed live, such as in the Oscar Pistorius murder trial.
Dario is joined on the show by: Adv Andrea Johnson of the National Prosecuting Authority - she was the co-prosecutor on the well-known Oscar Pistorius trial and part of the team who successfully convicted former national po...2020-04-2231 minWebber WentzelMedia Law: Open Justice – Episode 1The second series on the Webber Wentzel Legal Insights channel hosted by media law expert Dario Milo. Dario, in this series, unpacks several issues related to 'open justice' – the common law principle that court and other similar proceedings are open to the public. Over time, court proceedings are now routinely broadcast and streamed live, such as in the Oscar Pistorius murder trial.
Dario is joined on the show by: Adv Andrea Johnson of the National Prosecuting Authority - she was the co-prosecutor on the well-known Oscar Pistorius trial and part of the team who successfully convicted former national po...2020-04-2231 min
Webber Wentzel Legal InsightsThe Effect of Covid-19 on the Mining SectorWebber Wentzel has recently launched Webber Wentzel Legal Insights. The first series on the channel relates to the effect of the Covid-19 outbreak on various sectors, starting with mining – a priority sector to the South African economy. This series recorded last week gathers insights from several Webber Wentzel experts who seek to unpack issues related to regulations, workforce issues, contracts, disputes and tax. The discussion relates to what has happened (and how to manage the issues that emerge), but is also forward looking – taking a glance into what lies ahead after the lockdown ends.
Webber Wentzel’s legal experts from t...2020-04-1440 minWebber WentzelThe Effect of Covid-19 on the Mining SectorWebber Wentzel has recently launched Webber Wentzel Legal Insights. The first series on the channel relates to the effect of the Covid-19 outbreak on various sectors, starting with mining – a priority sector to the South African economy. This series recorded last week gathers insights from several Webber Wentzel experts who seek to unpack issues related to regulations, workforce issues, contracts, disputes and tax. The discussion relates to what has happened (and how to manage the issues that emerge), but is also forward looking – taking a glance into what lies ahead after the lockdown ends.
Webber Wentzel’s legal experts from t...2020-04-1440 min
Webber Wentzel Legal InsightsWebber Wentzel Legal Insights - TrailerWebber Wentzel is an African firm founded in South Africa more than 150 years ago. We provide in-depth legal and tax services throughout the continent. Our alliance with Linklaters and network of deep relationships with Africa's leading firms allows us to draw on the highest quality and most business relevant pan-African advice - matching this to the needs of our clients. We have over the last 50 years worked on some of the most transformative and significant matters on the African continent.2020-04-0901 minWebber WentzelWebber Wentzel Legal Insights - TrailerWebber Wentzel is an African firm founded in South Africa more than 150 years ago. We provide in-depth legal and tax services throughout the continent. Our alliance with Linklaters and network of deep relationships with Africa's leading firms allows us to draw on the highest quality and most business relevant pan-African advice - matching this to the needs of our clients. We have over the last 50 years worked on some of the most transformative and significant matters on the African continent.2020-04-0901 min