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From Compliance to Cooperation: What the GCC 2025 Means for Contractors and Employers
By Peter Barnard, Partner, and Harshita Kapoor, Associate, Cox Yeats
The Fourth Edition of the General Conditions of Contract for Construction Works (GCC 2025) marks a significant evolution in South Africa’s standard form construction contracts. Building on the 2015 edition, it introduces a stronger focus on good faith, collaboration, and clear communication, echoing the NEC’s “spirit of mutual co-operation.” The revisions are designed to promote fairness, transparency, an
Oct 317 min read
Tax Treatment on Preference Shares
On 16 August 2025, National Treasury published the 2025 Draft Taxation Laws Amendment Bill,which proposes to revise the rules applicable to preference shares. Comment on the draft
legislation must be made by 12 September 2025. If the draft is brought into effect, it will becomeapplicable from 1 January 2026.
Aug 283 min read
Can citizens take action against the State to maintain critical infrastructure?
We see more and more critical infrastructure failures and deterioration, both within local and metropolitan Municipalities.
Jul 32 min read
Critical Minerals and the 2025 Mining Bill
Since the 1990s, South Africa has moved from the world’s number 1 mining jurisdiction to being among the top 10 worst places for mining companies to operate.
Jun 257 min read
State Tenders and Unlawful Disqualifications: What Contractors Must Know
Public sector projects often represent significant opportunities for contractors across the country. Whether in infrastructure, transport, or housing, state tenders continue to shape much of the construction and engineering landscape in South Africa. But with those opportunities come risks, particularly when the procurement process is flawed, or a contractor is unfairly excluded.
May 84 min read
COX YEATS EARNS PRESTIGIOUS RECOGNITION
COX YEATS EARNS PRESTIGIOUSRECOGNITION
Apr 142 min read
ARE WE HEADING TOWARDS AN UNINSURABLE MARKET?IMPACT OF THE LA WILDFIRES ON THE INSURANCE INDUSTRY - Cox Yeats
ARE WE HEADING TOWARDS AN UNINSURABLE MARKET?IMPACT OF THE LA WILDFIRES ON THE INSURANCE INDUSTRY - Cox Yeats
Feb 134 min read
Cox Yeats Honoured in Best Lawyers 2025
Cox Yeats Honoured in Best Lawyers 2025
Dec 19, 20242 min read
Cox Yeats Honoured in Best Lawyers 2025
Cox Yeats Honoured in Best Lawyers 2025
Nov 20, 20242 min read
Cox Yeats making a positive impact on Mandela Day 2024
Cox Yeats making a positive impact on Mandela Day 2024
Oct 29, 20242 min read
Michael Jackson - Water Infrastructure Development
Michael Jackson - Water Infrastructure Development
Oct 29, 20243 min read
Water Infrastructure Development
Michael Jackson - Water Infrastructure Development
Sep 23, 20243 min read
Michael Jackson - Strict liability of directors
Michael Jackson - Strict liability of directors
Sep 2, 20244 min read
Michael Jackson - Strict liability of directors
Michael Jackson - Strict liability of directors
Aug 27, 20244 min read
The dynamics of industry associations and anti-competitive behaviour – Cox Yeats
The dynamics of industry associations and anti-competitive behaviour – Cox Yeats
Jun 28, 20244 min read
Michael Jackson - Competition filing notification for hostile transactions
Michael Jackson - Competition filing notification for hostile transactions
Apr 24, 20244 min read
Michael Jackson - Cox Yeats Integrated Resource Plan 2023
Michael Jackson - Cox Yeats Integrated Resource Plan 2023
Mar 14, 20246 min read
Michael Jackson - Top-Tier Talent for Law Firm
Michael Jackson - Top-Tier Talent for Law Firm
Feb 15, 20242 min read
WATER RIGHTS AND TRANSFORMATION
Michael Jackson - WATER RIGHTS AND TRANSFORMATION
Dec 14, 20235 min read
Michael Jackson - Mergers and Public Interest Guidelines
Michael Jackson - Mergers and Public Interest Guidelines
Nov 3, 20234 min read
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