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Why Every Collaboration Needs a Clear Agreement — Even in the Early Days
When entrepreneurs decide to collaborate, energy and excitement often take centre stage. Ideas are flowing, possibilities are being...
The StartUp Legal
17 hours ago2 min read
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Sweat Equity in South African SMEs: Building a Business When Cash is Tight
When people start or grow a small business in South Africa, it is common to face the reality that not everyone involved has the money to...
The StartUp Legal Intern
3 days ago2 min read
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Solving Disputes the Smarter Way: How ADR Can Help South African Entrepreneurs Stay Focused on Business
Running a business in South Africa comes with plenty of ups and downs. Whether you are building a startup in Cape Town or growing a...
The StartUp Legal
May 82 min read
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Juggling a Side Hustle and a Full-Time Job Without Losing Your IP
Having a side hustle while working full time is more common than ever. Whether you are freelancing, building an app, or developing a...
The StartUp Legal
May 62 min read
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Code, Consequences, and Accountability: Rethinking Legal Liability for Software Engineers
When code starts to shape the way people live, move, work, and even get judged, it is not far fetched to ask whether the people writing...
The StartUp Legal
May 32 min read
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Why Scope Creep Can Quietly Wreck Your Project (and How to Keep It in Check)
If you’ve ever taken on a project thinking it would be straightforward, only to find yourself months later doing way more than what you...
The StartUp Legal Intern
May 12 min read
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Data Minimalism: Why Less is More
Every time we sign up for a new app or visit a website we are asked for a long list of personal details. Sometimes it makes sense but...
The StartUp Legal
Apr 292 min read
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Exit Strategies for African Tech Startups: Mergers, Acquisitions, IPOs, and Legal Planning
Planning an exit strategy is a crucial step for any tech startup. In Africa’s fast-growing tech landscape, founders often focus on...
The StartUp Legal Intern
Apr 263 min read
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Navigating a Side Hustle While Working Full-Time
Balancing a full-time job with a side hustle can be exciting and rewarding. It allows you to explore your passions, develop new skills,...
The StartUp Legal Intern
Apr 242 min read
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The Importance of Estate Planning for Entrepreneurs
Estate planning is something many entrepreneurs put off, focusing instead on growth, operations and scaling their businesses. But just as...
mzuzukilesoni
Apr 222 min read
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Cross-Border Expansion: Legal Steps for Scaling an African Tech Business
Expanding a tech business beyond local borders is an exciting step, but it comes with a range of legal and regulatory challenges. African...
The StartUp Legal
Apr 192 min read
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Legal pitfalls in the car rental business: What you need to know
Running a car rental business is about more than just managing a fleet and serving customers. There are legal complexities that, if...
The StartUp Legal
Apr 172 min read
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Why supplier vetting matters for your business
Many small businesses and startups make the mistake of choosing suppliers without doing the necessary background checks. It is...
mzuzukilesoni
Apr 152 min read
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Regulating Artificial Intelligence in South Africa: Legal Challenges and Compliance
Artificial intelligence is becoming a major part of everyday life, from automated customer service to advanced data analysis and even...
The StartUp Legal Intern
Apr 122 min read
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Protecting Business Secrets: The Importance of Confidentiality Undertakings for Visitors
Most business owners understand the importance of signing non-disclosure agreements when exchanging sensitive information. However, many...
mzuzukilesoni
Apr 102 min read
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Legal Resilience
Running a business is already tough without having to worry about sudden legal changes that can shake up entire industries overnight. The...
The StartUp Legal Intern
Apr 83 min read
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Choosing the right legal structure for your tech business in South Africa
Starting a tech business in South Africa comes with many decisions, and one of the most important is choosing the right legal structure....
mzuzukilesoni
Apr 52 min read
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Dancing with the Devil?
Trust is the foundation of any business relationship, but contracts alone cannot safeguard against dishonesty. Entrepreneurs often focus...
mzuzukilesoni
Apr 32 min read
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Building Trust in Business: Why Client Consent Should Be in Your Contracts
Sharing client stories and showcasing work is a great way for entrepreneurs to build credibility and connect with their audience. Whether...
The StartUp Legal
Apr 12 min read
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Legal Essentials for EdTech Startups in South Africa
Navigating the legal landscape is crucial for EdTech startups in South Africa, a sector poised for rapid growth as technology...
The StartUp Legal
Mar 292 min read
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