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The upcoming Freedom Day on 27 April 2024 marks 30 years since our country's first democratic vote. In this episode, produced in commemoration of Freedom Day, CDH Pro Bono & Human Rights Director, Brigitta Mangale sits down with 4 inspiring women dedicated to making a
positive contribution in their local communities and to human rights awareness in all spaces.

Janet Jobson, CEO: Desmond & Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation, Sanelisiwe Sibiya, Group Legal Advisor (Litigation): Nedbank, Mbali Maseko, Organisation Development: Investec, and Nosihle Dlamini – Senior
Manager: Toyota Manufacturing, SA discuss the role business and civil society can play in current times in honour of the human rights and liberties fought for during the apartheid regime. All participants share the contributions their organisations have made in support of local communities, and share their thoughts on how we all – individuals, society and business alike – can play our part in upholding our constitutional democracy.

Every month CDH Kenya Partner Njeri Wagacha publishes a podcast 'Njeri Talks Law'. This months guests discuss the dynamic world of private equity and venture capital in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Annual AVCA Conference & VC Summit held from 22 to 26 April 2024.

Delve into the intricate balance between Africa's developmental aspirations and the pursuit of profitable investments. Njeri, engages in a captivating conversation with George Odo, Senior Partner and Head of Eastern and Southern Africa from AfricInvest Capital Partners, and Lilian Oyando, Associate Partner and East Africa Regional Head at Goodwell Investments.

Parties to a construction contract usually agree to the inclusion of separate financial arrangements with third parties for the purposes of ensuring financial security and project success.



Parties to a construction contract usually agree to the inclusion of separate financial arrangements with third parties for the purposes of ensuring financial security and project success. One such arrangement is requiring an advance payment guarantee. This guarantee, typically
issued by a bank or insurer for and on behalf of the Contractor, offers a safety net to the Employer where it has agreed to provide the Contractor with an advance payment under the contract.

Join Zodwa Malinga and Iva Babayi from our Construction &
Engineering sector, where they discuss the purpose of advance payment guarantees, the parties to the guarantee, and what the parties should consider in the advance payment guarantee.  

Every month CDH Kenya Partner Njeri Wagacha publishes her podcast 'Njeri Talks Law'. In March we celebrated International Women's Day and to commemorate this Njeri talked to Anne Muraya – Chief Executive Officer of Deloitte East Africa.  Anne talks about her long career at Deloitte, what she has learned along the way, and her life's philosophy. 
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking insights from a successful female leader.

As South Africa grapples with a surge in industrial action and violent strikes, it is imperative for employers to stay abreast of South Africa's labour laws to mitigate risks effectively and safeguard their interests.


Join Hugo Pienaar and Leila Moosa from our employment law department in this podcast where they discuss the distinction between disputes of right and disputes of interest; the implications of protected versus unprotected strike; mechanisms to respond to unprotected and violent strikes and provide pragmatic guidance for employers navigating the ever-evolving complexities of the South
African labour landscape.

Director Tayyibah Suliman and Consultant Emma Kingdon, in the Technology & Communications sector of our Corporate & Commercial practice, joined CDH Conversations to discuss the impact of the US actors' and screenwriters' strike on the audio-visual content production industry in
South Africa, and what AI and the increasing dominance of streaming platforms can mean for local creators and producers. They also express some non-binding views on the 2024 Oscars!