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01What makes a contract valid in South Africa? (Plain-English guide)The 6 requirements for a binding contract under South African law, and how to sign one electronically.5 min read →02POPIA for photographers: what you actually need to doClient photos are personal information. Here's how to stay POPIA-compliant with galleries, social posts and model releases.6 min read →03How SA freelancers stop scope creep (and get paid on time)Five contract clauses that protect freelancers from endless revisions and late payment.4 min read →04Do I need a PAIA manual? (South African small business guide)Who needs a section 51 PAIA manual, what goes in it, and where to publish it.4 min read →05What must be in a South African employment contract? (BCEA checklist)Section 29 of the BCEA lists 16 things every employer must give a new employee in writing. Here's the full checklist.6 min read →06Valid SA tax invoice: the SARS checklist in plain EnglishWhat SARS requires on a tax invoice over R5 000, the abridged rules for smaller amounts, and why it matters even if you're not VAT-registered.4 min read →07Rental deposits in SA: the rules landlords and tenants get wrongInterest on deposits, joint inspections and the 7/14/21-day refund timelines under the Rental Housing Act.5 min read →08Client owes you money? Why an Acknowledgement of Debt is your best next stepHow a signed AOD stops the 3-year prescription clock, sets a payment plan, and makes the debt far easier to enforce.4 min read →

Free POPIA checklist →14 points, one page, no email needed.