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Community scheme disputes: CSOS or the courts first?
Disputes within community schemes are a common occurrence. When attempts to resolve these disputes amicably fail, parties often find themselves contemplating whether to approach the Community Schemes Ombud Service (CSOS)...
Enhancing cybersecurity for a safer digital environment
In today's interconnected world, robust cybersecurity measures are more critical than ever. Scams, hacking, and phishing attempts are reported daily, affecting individuals and large corporations alike. Compliance...
Raising the roof: the pergola saga
In the case of Wilds Homeowners' Association NPC v Pillay and Others on 12 April 2023, the Pretoria High Court considered a dispute over a pergola built...
Solar for residential complexes
The past cold months, tariff hikes, and unpredictable load-shedding issues have shown residential homeowners that it is a good idea to look into alternative electricity and heating solutions. Powering your...
Navigating the legal landscape: Trustee authority and cosmetics businesses in residential sectional title units
Are you a unit owner in a residential sectional title scheme and considering starting a cosmetics business from your home? Or perhaps you're interested in the legalities surrounding such a...
Winter is coming - time to see the light
Load-shedding continues to be a persistent challenge in South Africa, causing disruptions to businesses and millions of citizens' daily lives. As the country enters the winter season, the likelihood of...
Wonderful winter soup recipes to warm the soul
If you're looking for some comfort and warmth this winter, you might want to try some of these amazing soup recipes from our Solutions Consultant Team. Our...
Empowering conservation: efficient energy system sponsorship energises Care for Wild's mission
Care for Wild (CFW), the world's largest specialised orphaned rhino conservation facility, faced many challenges due to costly generators and an inefficient solar and battery system. However,...
Roads within secured residential estates – public or not?
In July 2022, the High Court of Pretoria in the case of PJJ Van Vuuren Beleggings (Pty) Ltd v The Wilds Homeowners Association (“The Wilds case”) handed...
Efficient energy to help power up your wallet and mental health
As of 1 April 2023, cash-strapped consumers in South Africa have been dealt another blow as Eskom’s 18.65% price hike came into effect. This came on the...
Enjoying your community scheme’s shared spaces all year round
Temperatures are dropping, the days are getting shorter and the trees are already losing their leaves. Winter is a season that can make us want to stay indoors, huddled up...
The pandemic, backlogs, load-shedding, and failures; the challenges facing SA courts
South Africa’s Chief Justice Raymond Zondo released the Annual Judicial Report 2022/23 on Friday, 24 February 2023. The report is not yet available on the Judiciary's website. This report highlighted...
7 easy energy- and money-saving tips for your home
May marks National Energy Month, which is aimed at promoting energy conservation. However, South Africans have little choice but to use electricity sparingly due to the ongoing...
Arrear levy solutions with people in mind
Are arrear levies threatening your community scheme’s financial stability? The non-payment of levies potentially has severe consequences for community schemes. Body corporates are unable to fund the day-to-day expenses and...
Get your community scheme back on track with TRACS
Can you believe that the Training Academy for Community Schemes (TRACS) was officially launched just a little over a year ago? Since then, hundreds of property owners, residents, buyers,...
How facial recognition can help keep a watchful eye on your community
With the next holiday period about to kick off, we know that many families will spend their holidays away on vacation. We always advise our communities to be extra vigilant...
A Credit Control Policy - keeping a grip on your community scheme's finances
In this blog, we continue our series on tips for bodies corporate to navigate a financial crisis. (See part I and part II). As body...
A better way to manage and monitor water consumption
Installing individual water meters for sectional title complexes
South Africa celebrated National Water Week from 20 to 26 March. This event aims to raise awareness about water conservation...
Power up your sectional title unit
Want to power up your sectional title unit? President Cyril Ramaphosa outlined a number of steps to deal with the country’s energy crisis in his State of the...
Sharing the success of STS Investment Holdings
STS Chief Executive Officer, Johnny Wates announced the launch of the STS Investment Holdings Employee Trust in 2022. This initiative aims to share the financial benefits of the group’s growth...
Good fences make good neighbours - handling domestic violence in a sectional title scheme
Domestic violence has a devastating impact on the lives of victims. However, the ripple effects often extend beyond the home, impacting more lives than that of the victim. In 1914, Robert...
Disconnecting the dots - cutting off electricity and/or limiting water supply to a unit due to non-payment
Disconnecting the electricity, or limiting the water supply of a unit owner or occupier for failing to pay their consumption charges for that electricity or water has never been easy....
New changes ushered in the new year for the Sectional Titles Act
President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Sectional Titles Amendment Act 13 of 2022 into law on 22 December 2022. The Act was published in the Government Gazette on 5 January...
Comprehensive commentary on CSOS appeals