CDH Conversations

CDH Conversations

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CDH Conversations episodes

  • Njeri talks to George Odo and Lilian Oyando

    Every month CDH Kenya Partner Njeri Wagacha publishes a podcast 'Njeri Talks Law'. This months guests discuss the dynamic world of private equity and venture capital in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Annual AVCA Conference & VC Summit held from 22 to 26 April 2024.

    Delve into the intricate balance between Africa's developmental aspirations and the pursuit of profitable investments. Njeri, engages in a captivating conversation with George Odo, Senior Partner and Head of Eastern and Southern Africa from AfricInvest Capital Partners, and Lilian Oyando, Associate Partner and East Africa Regional Head at Goodwell Investments.

    1 hr 10 min
  • Advance payment guarantees in construction contracts

    Parties to a construction contract usually agree to the inclusion of separate financial arrangements with third parties for the purposes of ensuring financial security and project success.


    Parties to a construction contract usually agree to the inclusion of separate financial arrangements with third parties for the purposes of ensuring financial security and project success. One such arrangement is requiring an advance payment guarantee. This guarantee, typically

    issued by a bank or insurer for and on behalf of the Contractor, offers a safety net to the Employer where it has agreed to provide the Contractor with an advance payment under the contract.

    Join Zodwa Malinga and Iva Babayi from our Construction &

    Engineering sector, where they discuss the purpose of advance payment guarantees, the parties to the guarantee, and what the parties should consider in the advance payment guarantee.  

    7 min
  • Njeri Wagacha talks to Anne Muraya

    Every month CDH Kenya Partner Njeri Wagacha publishes her podcast 'Njeri Talks Law'. In March we celebrated International Women's Day and to commemorate this Njeri talked to Anne Muraya – Chief Executive Officer of Deloitte East Africa.  Anne talks about her long career at Deloitte, what she has learned along the way, and her life's philosophy. 

    This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking insights from a successful female leader.

    54 min
  • Understanding Strikes in South Africa: Insights for Employers

    As South Africa grapples with a surge in industrial action and violent strikes, it is imperative for employers to stay abreast of South Africa's labour laws to mitigate risks effectively and safeguard their interests.

    Join Hugo Pienaar and Leila Moosa from our employment law department in this podcast where they discuss the distinction between disputes of right and disputes of interest; the implications of protected versus unprotected strike; mechanisms to respond to unprotected and violent strikes and provide pragmatic guidance for employers navigating the ever-evolving complexities of the South
    African labour landscape.

    19 min
  • The impact of AI and the power of streaming platforms in the South African context

    Director Tayyibah Suliman and Consultant Emma Kingdon, in the Technology & Communications sector of our Corporate & Commercial practice, joined CDH Conversations to discuss the impact of the US actors' and screenwriters' strike on the audio-visual content production industry in

    South Africa, and what AI and the increasing dominance of streaming platforms can mean for local creators and producers. They also express some non-binding views on the 2024 Oscars! 

    15 min
  • Celebrating women's voices on International Women's Day 2024

    International Women's Day (IWD) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity.

    In honour of IWD, a panel of CDH Kenya's inspiring women –

    Partner Lydia A. Owuor, Senior Associate Rizichi Kashero-Ondego, Associate Stefani Wanjeri, and Trainee Advocate Nicole Mutung'a – join us for another episode of CDH Conversations.

    This episode focuses on inspiring inclusion for women.

    Through their unique lenses, these incredible panelists share insights and practical tips for creating a more inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

    It's an episode you won't want to miss! Tune in and join

    the conversation as we strive to create positive change. Click here to listen.

    52 min
  • Beyond 16 Days Episode 2: The importance of Human Rights Day and exploring constitutional damages as an effective remedy

    In episode two of our Beyond 16 Days Series, Director Brigitta

    Mangale and Senior Associate Elgene Roos in the Pro Bono & Humans Rights practice unpack the importance of Human Rights Day and exploring constitutional damages as an effective remedy. They are both passionate about women's rights and the fight against violence for women.

    While they appreciate the opportunity to shine the spotlight on these issues during the annual 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children, they are acutely aware that meaningful and necessary change can only come from year-round discussion and dedication. In this episode, they explore the key considerations our Courts take into account when parties seek constitutional damages and how constitutional damages can be used as a remedy, in gender-based violence cases.

    24 min
  • COMESA Competition Commission fines CAF and BEIN for engaging in anti-competitive business practices

    From the majestic rise and fall of Bafana Bafana, South

    Africa's national team, to the grace to grass story of the Nigerian
    Super Eagles and the trumpeting victory of the Ivorian Elephants at the finals, the AFCON has so truly entered the realm of the fabulous, but in this podcast, we shall focus outside the pitch.  

    Outside the spectacle and fanfare, the COMESA Competition Commission (CCC) fined Confédération Africaine De Football (CAF) and beIN Media Group LLC (BEIN) USD 300 000 each for engaging in anti-competitive business practices contrary to Article 16(1) of the COMESA Competition Regulations (Regulations) (CAF Decision). Kevin Kipchirchir and Lemmy Ndirangu delve into this conversation.


    14 min
  • Beyond 16 days podcast series - Working on women's rights, all year round

    Brigitta Mangale and Elgene Roos in the Pro Bono & Human Rights practice, are both passionate about women's rights and the fight against violence for women. They both run practices that drive strategic litigation and project work in this space.

    While Brigitta and Elgene both appreciate the opportunity to shine a spotlight on these issues during the annual 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children, they're both acutely aware that meaningful and necessary change can only come from year-round discussion and dedication. This introductory episode explains the need for these ongoing discussions and hints at topics of discussion to come in later episodes. Join them, on their journey
    exploring the women's rights landscape in South Africa.

    14 min
  • An Analysis of the Affordable Housing Bill, 2023 vis a vis the High Court's Judgment and the ruling of the Court of Appeal

    On 28 November 2023, The High Court of Kenya held that the housing levy as framed in Finance Act, 2023 is unconstitutional. Subsequently, the government gazetted the Affordable Housing Bill 2023 as an attempt to cure the highlighted defects from the court judgement. Furthermore, the government made an appeal and while pending the hearing and determination of the same, it sought a stay of execution/conservatory orders. Today's podcast analyses the intricacies of the bill vis a vis the two court decisions.


    16 min

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Welcome to CDH Conversations. This is a dedicated Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr podcast channel where our audiences have insight into the most recent legal and business developments across key industry sectors.