Tag: deneys

Drones and Insurance in South Africa: What You Need to Know

From spraying crops to fighting crime, drone technology usage has skyrocketed in South Africa, which was one of the first African nations to bring in proper drone laws. Paul Cartwright, Michael Homveld, and Jakop Mphofu of Deneys survey a fast-changing landscape and the insurance risks and gaps arising from more drones in the sky

South Africa: When does indemnity arise under a claims-made policy?

In February, the High Court discussed the differences between claims-made and loss-occurring policies, in relation to COVID-era losses and professional indemnity insurance. Insurance lawyer Jakop Mphofu explores the lessons for clients from The Collection at D’Aria (Pty) Ltd v Cross Point Brokers (Pty) Ltd [2026] ZAWCHC.

Leading African law firm Deneys adds real estate expert Alex de Wet as a partner among new hires

In the wake of the full launch of its new brand identity earlier this year, pioneering South African law firm Deneys has continued to actively build an even stronger future with today’s announcement that real estate partner Alex de Wet and finance associate Tiyana Ramchunder are joining the Cape Town office

When deeds speak: the Baby Savers case and harnessing legal expertise to strengthen South Africa’s social fabric

Earlier this month, the Gauteng High Court heard a landmark constitutional law case regarding the treatment of newborn infants who are relinquished (safely handed over) through baby saver devices. Candice Pillay, Brent Botha, and Nicola Irving of Deneys discuss the importance of public interest pro bono work

As the world moves: leading African firm Deneys promotes five talented lawyers to Senior Associate

Fresh off of the full launch of its new brand identity in late March, pioneering South African law firm Deneys has continued to look to the future with today’s announcement of the promotion to Senior Associate of five talented lawyers across various practice areas and offices across South Africa

Adaptation, innovation, evolution: Deneys launches a new chapter today, anchored on a century of trust

One of African law’s most established firms steps fully into independence today, as Deneys officially launches its brand identity and digital presence. Drawing on more than a century of South African legal practice and a clear view of what is next, the firm opens a new chapter as an independent, full-service African law firm.