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Understanding the risks of solar batteries and how STS ensures safety
As the demand for solar energy grows in South Africa, more community schemes are investing in solar and battery backup solutions to mitigate load shedding and reduce...
Secure, save, and sustain: tap into water management solutions for your sectional title scheme
As South Africa observes National Water Week from March 20 to 26, culminating in World Water Day on March 22, the nation reflects on the critical importance...
"Who do you think you are?" – the perils of misclassified identities for community schemes
“Disguise, I see, thou art a wickedness.”[1] This line from William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night perfectly encapsulates the unintended chaos that follows when identity is misunderstood or misrepresented. Like...
Managing risks in community schemes: How STS can help
Community schemes, such as complexes, estates and homeowners’ associations (HOAs), offer residents the benefits of shared resources, enhanced security, and well-maintained common areas. However, they also come with unique risks...
Implementing water solutions the right way
With South Africa's ongoing water challenges and the increasing strain on municipal water infrastructure, adopting effective water-efficient strategies is essential. Many community schemes are exploring alternative water solutions which can...
Celebrating excellence: the inaugural Invictus Awards 2025
At STS, we believe in recognising and celebrating the incredible talent, dedication, and hard work of our employees. This belief led to the launch of our first-ever Invictus Awards in 2025, under...
STS Growth: revolutionising B-BBEE spend and community financing in South Africa
STS Growth (Pty) Ltd ("STSG") is redefining community financing in South Africa. As a majority Black-owned Level 2 B-BBEE contributor, STSG is dedicated to supporting sectional title bodies corporate and...
Transparency in body corporate finances
The question of whether the Promotion of Access to Information Act[1] (“PAIA”) applies to a unit owner’s request for financial information from a body corporate has been a...
Proactive water management: a necessity for South African community schemes
South Africa is facing a growing water crisis that is no longer just a concern for government planners or environmentalists - it's a reality affecting households and communities across the...
A Property Practitioner’s Guide to FICA
Are you, as a Property Practitioner, aware that you could be an Accountable Institution? Are you compliant with FICA? It may seem daunting and overwhelming to know where to start,...
Is a body corporate protected from prescription of levy debts owed by its members?
The issue of whether a body corporate is shielded from the prescription of levy debts owed by members continues to be debated in the legal arena, with significant implications for...
Navigating WhatsApp etiquette in community scheme groups
In today's digital age, communication has evolved, and platforms like WhatsApp have become integral tools for fostering connectivity and collaboration within community schemes. WhatsApp groups offer a convenient way for...
Sectional title education is crucial for the homeowner community
For most people, their home is their biggest and most important asset. However, unlike other big assets, the sectional title home tends to be the least researched and understood asset...
Do banks have a responsibility for levy contributions? A South African perspective
In the state of New South Wales (NSW), Australia, legislation imposes specific responsibilities on banks and other financial institutions, when they take possession of sectional title units (referred to as...
The abstention dilemma: to count or not to count when voting?
In the complex world of sectional title management, even apparently straightforward aspects like voting procedures can spark lively debates among industry professionals. Recently, our Western Cape Regional Sales Manager, Brendon...
Shared spaces, shared costs – who is responsible for maintenance and repairs in sectional title?
In well-known Home Box Office (HBO) series, Game of Thrones, and the related novels by George R.R. Martin, characters Jon Snow and Maester Aemon often talk about the Wall’s importance...
From sink to sunk: how throwing the “kitchen sink" can fall flat in court
In legal disputes, there are moments when one party resorts to a “kitchen sink” approach, throwing a multitude of technical defences and procedural challenges at a case in hopes that...
Facing Eskom’s proposed 36.1% electricity hike in 2025: how our solutions could be a game changer
Eskom’s proposed electricity price hike of 36.1% in 2025 looms large over South African households, businesses, and community schemes. If approved, the increase will hit communities already...
Sequestration and judicial discretion
Dura lex, sed lex is a Latin phrase meaning “the law is hard, but it is the law”.[1] This legal maxim captures the principle that law must be...
Trustee troubles: Personal costs and indemnity
In sectional title schemes and bodies corporate, trustees occupy a critical role. They have to balance their fiduciary duties with the potential personal risks inherent in their position. These risks...
It’s just not cricket: cost orders against CSOS and its adjudicators
The 2019 Cricket World Cup Final between England and New Zealand was marked by an umpiring controversy that left a lasting impact on the cricketing world.[1] In a...
Another visit to Care for Wild: STS’s commitment to rhino conservation continues
This year, the team at STS once again had the incredible opportunity to visit Care for Wild, the world’s largest rhino orphanage located in the heart of South Africa. Our...
Water shedding in South Africa: what homeowners need to know
As South Africa bids farewell to load shedding, there’s a new term emerging in the public discourse: water shedding. While it may seem like a distant concern for many, the reality is...
Understanding sectional title levies: A comprehensive guide for trustees and managing agents
In the world of sectional title ownership, levies are a critical financial mechanism that ensures the proper functioning and maintenance of shared spaces and facilities. For trustees and managing agents,...