Defamation in South African law
Saying, publishing, or posting defamatory statements about another person or entity can have serious consequences for the person releasing the statement. Defamation is a delict under South African law that is concerned with the protection of a person’s reputation. It is a serious matter that can have devastating consequences for an individual or business. Defamation […]
Free Speech Only Goes So Far
It is correct that one has the right to freedom of expression, but it is important to remember that this right is limited. When one oversteps the limitations, it can lead to the defamation of another person’s good name and reputation. Defamation is a part of the law of delict and can be defined as […]