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On the back of joining top-tier jurisdictions that are ‘compliant’ or ‘largely compliant’ with all the 40 FATF Recommendations, the Parliament has recently voted in favour of a new Financial Crimes Commission Act (FCCA). The FCCA, which represents a significant step in th..
The Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has introduced the Mine Health and Safety Amendment Bill in the National Assembly. The intention, as set out in the Bill is to, among other things, streamline administrative processes and strengthen managerial responsibility..
The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre Act, 2013 (GIPC Act), which was enacted on 26th August 2013, remains a key legislation and regulatory consideration for foreign individuals or entities entering the Ghanaian market. Among others, the GIPC Act establishes the Ghana Inv..
The Namibian government has introduced significant amendments to the Transfer Duty Act 14 of 1993 (“Transfer Duty Act”), and the Stamp Duties Act 15 of 1993 (“Stamp Duties Act”), which have now been gazetted. These amendments impact property transactions and the rates at ..
Zambia’s energy sector has evolved over the years, with the adoption of the National Energy Policy 2019, the Electricity Act 2019, and the Energy Regulation Act 2019 collectively paving the way for a liberalised open access market. An open access market allows independent..
The Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Bill, 2023, introduces mandatory CSR requirements for Nigerian companies that meet specific financial thresholds. If passed, companies will need to establish a CSR committee, notify the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), and allo..
In our digitally driven world, where the internet is a cornerstone of commerce, communication, and information dissemination, cybersquatting has emerged as a serious threat. The Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act of 2015 in Nigeria addresses this menace, spec..
The fast-paced evolution of information and communication technologies has brought a notable change in how operations and interactions occur, mainly through the growing use of the Internet, digital platforms, and electronic services. This new reality naturally calls for t..
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission has extended the registration deadline for organizations that are required by law to register as data controllers and data processors of major importance. The new registration deadline is September 30, 2024. Section 44 of the Nigeria..
