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Legal Compliance, Legal Updates, Technology

Demystifying Electronic Signatures: A South African Perspective

In today’s digital age, conducting business electronically is not only convenient but often the preferred method. This shift necessitates a clear understanding of how electronic agreements hold weight in the eyes of the law. South Africa’s Electronic Communications and Transactions Act (Act 25 of 2002) (“the Act”) plays a crucial role in defining electronic signatures and their validity.

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Court Rulings, Drafting Agreements, Legal Compliance

Signed, Sealed, Delivered… Electronically? The Impact of E-Signatures on Agreements in South Africa

For many, the image of a legally binding agreement still conjures up a document with a wet ink signature. However, South Africa’s legal landscape is embracing the digital age, and electronic signatures (e-signatures) are now a recognized and secure way to validate agreements. At Engelsman Magabane Incorporated, we want to ensure our clients understand this evolving legal landscape and its implications for drafting agreements.

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