So, you are a contractor on a construction project in Botswana under the JBCC regime. This article is for you, especially if you want an understanding of the nominated/selected subcontractor regime under the JBCC structure.
The sad tale of the non-performing nominated subcontractor under FIDIC
If you are planning a construction project in Botswana as a contractor, one of the most critical aspects that you will need to consider is the contract that governs the relationship with nominated/selected subcontractors.
The Transfer Duty (Amendment) Act, 2023 No. 5 of 2023
The Transfer Duty (Amendment) Act, 2023 No. 5 of 2023 (the “Transfer Duty (Amendment) Act“) was signed into law on 28 April 2023 and, following a pronouncement by the Minister of Finance, came into operation effective 3 May 2023.
Rectification of Companies (Amendment Act) 2022
On the 5th of April 2023, the Law Revision Commissioner, in exercise of the powers conferred to him/ her by section 12 of the Law Revision Act, made the Companies (amendment) act order 2023, which provides:
Introduction to Bookbinder Business Law Competition Practice
BBL has developed an extensive competition practice which contributes to knowledge initiatives in this sector and has been involved in leading competition law both locally and globally. More on this can be accessed here.
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Transfer Duty (Amendment) Bill, 2023
On 3 March 2023, the Ministry of Finance (“Ministry”) published the Transfer Duty Bill for consideration by the National Assembly of Botswana. The objective of the Transfer Duty Bill is to recommend changes to the prevailing transfer duty regime in Botswana.
The Presidential Directive CAB 20(B)/2017 of 27 July 2017 (the “Directive”)
Thanks to the Deeds Registry Office, holders of state land title may now seamlessly renew their ownership of state land. The Presidential Directive CAB20(B)/2017 of 27 July 2017 (the “Directive”)…
Estate Planning
Estate planning is the process of structuring and managing your assets during your livelihood to ensure that when you pass on, your estate is administered in accordance with your testamentary wishes.
Bookbinder Business Law (“BBL”) contributes to Chambers Mining Global Practice Guide
BBL is pleased to have contributed to the Botswana aspects of the Chambers Mining 2023 Global Practice Guide (the “Mining Guide”).