The long-awaited Data Protection Act, Act No. 32 of 2018 (the Act) has finally come into effect. Previously, there was no legislation in Botswana that exclusively dealt with the protection of personal data. Through the Data Protection Act (Commencement Date) Order, 2021 [S.I. No. 86 of 2021] published in the Government Gazette of 15 October …
On 28 September 2021, Parliament enacted certain amendments to the Public Health Act [CAP 63:01] (“the Act”) introducing precautionary measures to curb the spread of Covid-19. These amendments came into operation on 01 October 2021 after the lifting of the State of Public Emergency on 30 September 2021. 1. Public Health (Notification Of Disease) (Covid-19) …
Bookbinder Business Law is excited to roll out the Real-Life Impact Series (RLIS) Newsflash. The RLIS will cover the legal aspects of everyday issues such as food prices, taxes, transport (various aspects), education, property, human relations, etc. basically what affects your day-to-day life. In the first segment of our RLIS, we will discuss the recent developments …
There are many factors that may drive a business owner to either sell their business or scale down on their operations, for the most part, the decision is usually financially motivated. In this article, we seek to examine and discuss a few important tips that a business owner should consider when selling their business. Selling …
On 31 March 2020, His Excellency the President Dr. Mokgweetsi E. K. Masisi declared a State of Public Emergency (“SoE”) which commenced at midnight on 02 April 2020. Subsequent to his Excellency’s Declaration of the SoE and pursuant to section 3 of the Emergency Powers Act, Law No. 34 of 1966 (Cap. 22:04), Parliament enacted …
Are you an investor looking to establish a business in Botswana? In a series of newsflashes, we will cover pertinent points aimed at assisting investors when considering establishing a business in Botswana. In this first series we will deal with ways in which a foreign investor can establish a business in Botswana, the advantages and disadvantages …
Uncertainties in the employer-employee relationship are few and far between and only few facets of this unique relationship are unclear. Not the least of which is the meaning of skilled vs unskilled labour for purposes of probationary periods when negotiating employment contracts. We at Bookbinder Business Law thought some guidance on this specific question would …
The objective of this report is to inform our clients of any new legislative developments during the reporting period of June 2021. The report provides a record of new legislation published in the Government Gazette in a summary form. Legislation for purposes of this report refers to Acts of Parliament, regulatio…
The objective of this report is to inform our clients of any new legislative developments during the reporting period of June 2021. The report provides a record of new legislation published in the Government Gazette in a summary form. Legislation for purposes of this report refers to Acts of Parliament, regulatio…
Bookbinder Business Law advised Standard Chartered Bank Botswana Limited (“Standard Chartered Botswana”) on its issuance of BWP93,603,000.00 Senior Unsecured…
As a trusted partner in legal counsel and strategic guidance, BBL empowers client’s digital transformation journey. With a deep understanding of both the legal intricacies and technological nuances shaping today's business landscape, our Technology, Cyber, and Data Protection department stands ready to provide comprehensive solutions tailored to your unique needs and objectives. By leveraging our extensive experience and domain expertise, we offer a holistic approach to addressing the legal, regulatory, and risk management considerations inherent in digital transformation initiatives.
