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The Immunity of Diplomatic Entities from the Civil Jurisdiction of Courts of Law Extends to Employment Disputes - The Industrial Court of Uganda

The Industrial Court has affirmed that diplomatic organisations in Uganda enjoy diplomatic immunity from the jurisdictional process of the Court. Labour disputes against diplomatic organisations cannot therefore be brought before the Industrial Court. The Industrial Court..

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Dentons

Taxation of Digital Services in Tanzania: Navigating the Law, Enforcement and New Challenges

Like many other countries, Tanzania has undertaken significant efforts to ensure that revenues generated through online transactions are properly taxed. These efforts have involved updating the existing legal framework to integrate digital transactions into the current ta..

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ENS

Think Green, Think Tax: Mauritius’ Corporate Climate Responsibility Levy

The introduction of a Corporate Climate Responsibility Levy was announced as part of the Mauritius National Budget 2024/2025. This measure calls on the business community to actively contribute to the fight against the effects of climate change in Mauritius. The CCR Levy ..

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Templars

Overview of the New Supreme Court Rules, 2024: A Step in the Right Direction

The Supreme Court Rules, 2024 effectively repealed and replaced the longstanding Supreme Court Rules of 1985. The 2024 Rules have already sparked considerable interest within legal circles, particularly among practitioners in Nigeria's dispute resolution landscape. In lig..

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Muvingi Mugadza

Understanding SI 155 of 2024: New Regulations on Data Protection Licensing and Data Protection Officers in Zimbabwe

In an increasingly digital world, the protection of personal data and the regulation of cyber activities are crucial for safeguarding individual privacy and maintaining trust in technology. Zimbabwe’s Statutory Instrument (SI) 155 of 2024 Cyber and Data Protection Licensi..

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ALN

Court of Appeal Greenlights Operationalisation of SHIF

The Court of Appeal recently issued its ruling on an application by the Cabinet Secretary for Health seeking a stay of the High Court’s decision of 19 July 2024. The High Court declared some provisions of the Social Health Insurance Act, the Digital Health Act, and the Pr..

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Scanlen & Holderness

Zimbabwean Companies Obliged to Re-Register Under New Electronic Filing System

Pursuant to the Companies and Other Business Entities Act, the registration process in Zimbabwe has been transformed from a manual paper-based system to an electronic filing system. All companies and business entities previously registered under the repealed Companies Act..

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Olaniwun Ajayi

Overview of Nigeria’s Draft National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving, playing a crucial role in driving economic growth and addressing various societal challenges, amongst many others. In recognition of the rapid evolution and potential of AI, the Federal Ministry of Communication, Innovatio..

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CFL Advocates

Can Interest Rates on Loans Be Subject to Limitations

The term “In Duplum” comes from Latin meaning “in double”. This rule may sound mystical but it is a legal shield that prevents interest on non-performing loans from exceeding the maximum loan amount. This limitation aims to prevent excessive interest accumulation and prot..

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