Webber Wentzel is an African firm founded in South Africa more than 150 years ago. We provide in-depth legal and tax services throughout the continent. Our alliance with Linklaters and network of deep relationships with Africa's leading firms allows us to draw on the highest quality and most business relevant pan-African advice - matching this to the needs of our clients. We have over the last 50 years worked on some of the most transformative and significant matters on the African continent.
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Webber Wentzel is an African firm founded in South Africa more than 150 years ago. We provide in-depth legal and tax services throughout the continent. Our alliance with Linklaters and network of deep relationships with Africa's leading firms allows us to draw on the highest quality and most business relevant pan-African advice - matching this to the needs of our clients. We have over the last 50 years worked on some of the most transformative and significant matters on the African continent.
ESG: Business and Human Rights - A year in review and what to look out for in 2024
Webber Wentzel Legal Insights
21 minutes 37 seconds
1 year ago
ESG: Business and Human Rights - A year in review and what to look out for in 2024
Business and Human Rights (BHR) is on the rise in Africa, prompting companies to navigate an increasingly complex landscape. In this podcast, Pooja Dela and Paula-Ann Novotny explore insights and practical tips on navigating the BHR landscape in 2024.
They unpack key legal trends such as duties of care and evolving legislation, HRDD and legal frameworks, new challenges like virtual rape and disinformation, and corruption and corporate responsibility.
Guests: Pooja Dela – Partner Webber Wentzel Dispute Resolution and Business and Human Rights, Paula-Ann Novotny – Senior Associate Webber Wentzel ESG and Business and Human Rights
Webber Wentzel Legal Insights
Webber Wentzel is an African firm founded in South Africa more than 150 years ago. We provide in-depth legal and tax services throughout the continent. Our alliance with Linklaters and network of deep relationships with Africa's leading firms allows us to draw on the highest quality and most business relevant pan-African advice - matching this to the needs of our clients. We have over the last 50 years worked on some of the most transformative and significant matters on the African continent.