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18 November 2024

Trustee troubles: Personal costs and indemnity

In sectional title schemes and bodies corporate, trustees occupy a critical role. They have to balance their fiduciary duties with the potential personal risks inherent in their position. These risks include financial risks.

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18 November 2024 ,

It’s just not cricket: cost orders against CSOS and its adjudicators

The 2019 Cricket World Cup Final between England and New Zealand was marked by an umpiring controversy that left a lasting impact on the cricketing world.[1]

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30 October 2024

Another visit to Care for Wild: STS’s commitment to rhino conservation continues

This year, the team at STS once again had the incredible opportunity to visit Care for Wild, the world’s largest rhino orphanage located in the heart of South Africa.

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30 October 2024

Water shedding in South Africa: what homeowners need to know

As South Africa bids farewell to load shedding, there’s a new term emerging in the public discourse: water shedding. While it may seem like a distant concern for many, the reality is that water shortages are becoming a significant challenge for the country.

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Understanding sectional title levies: A comprehensive guide for trustees and managing agents

In the world of sectional title ownership, levies are a critical financial mechanism that ensures the proper functioning and maintenance of shared spaces and facilities.

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Understanding levy statements and accuracy in sectional title schemes

In the realm of sectional title schemes in South Africa, accurate levy billing is crucial for maintaining financial transparency and fostering trust among owners. Levy statements, which outline the contributions required from each owner to support the scheme's financial health, can sometimes lead to disputes if they are inaccurate.

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23 October 2024 ,

Body corporate legal battle over construction defects

In Swahili, “Asante” means “thank you”, a common and heartfelt way to express gratitude in Swahili-speaking regions. It is appropriate in various contexts, from daily interactions to formal occasions. However, on 20 September 2024, it is unlikely that the Body Corporate of Asante used this expression of gratitude.

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2 October 2024

Are solar and battery backup solutions still worth it in community schemes?

In recent years, South Africans have grown accustomed to load shedding, but with significant improvements in the country’s energy supply, many are now wondering whether their investment in solar energy and battery backup solutions is still worth it.

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The annual budget: your roadmap to financial stability

“I wonder which way I ought to go!” - Alice in Wonderland. Unlike Alice’s approach for a body corporate, its trustees, unit owners, and managing agents, managing a sectional title scheme making this type of crucial decision, requires careful financial planning.

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26 September 2024 ,

Building stronger communities: handling domestic violence in sectional title schemes

"Good fences make good neighbours." This famous line from Robert Frost's 1914 poem “Mending Walls” highlights the idea that clear boundaries help maintain harmony between people. However, as urban living evolves and people reside in increasingly close quarters, the metaphorical fences of Frost’s time seem to dissolve, exposing residents to new challenges. One of these challenges is dealing with domestic violence within sectional title schemes.

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23 September 2024

The 2024 STS Rhino Run: a roaring success on World Rhino Day

On 22 September 2024, World Rhino Day, the STS team once again laced up their running shoes and hit the trails for our annual Rhino Run—an event dedicated to raising funds to protect Rhinos and conserve their habitats.

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20 September 2024

Understanding solar battery backup systems: a necessity for South Africans

Even though there have been less frequent power outages, the cost of electricity continues to escalate by double-digit percentages!

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