Newsletter 15.04.2022

Justice is Cato Attorneys Inc Newsletter 15. 04. 2022

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1 Meet the team Here at Cato Attorneys Inc. we ensure that your best interest is kept in mind throughout any and or all matters that we assist you in. Based on our high standards of dealing with your matters, we ensure to search for the most qualified per- sons to join our team, ensuring that you r requirements are met. Currently we have two admitted Attorneys in our firm who is eager to work until with a vast variety of knowledge in many different fields of our South African Law. But first, let us meet our Legal Team! Carla Cato Carla started her legal career by studying BCom Law back in 2012 at NWU Vaal Campus. After completing her first degree, she finalized her LLB at NWU Potchefstroom in 2017. After completing her studies, she proceeded with her articles, fulfilling all the necessary require- ments to be admitted as an Attorney of the High Court in 2019. Being the founder of Cato Attorneys Inc. in 2021, and working close with all her clients, she gained a lot of experience and respect of not only her colleagues, but also the community. Director BCom Law, LLB (NWU) Jaco Kemp Working with Carla from the beginning of his law career, Jaco started his BCom Law degree at NWU Vaal also in 2012 and completing his LLB degree in 2018 at Unisa. By starting his articles in 2019, he was admitted as an Attorney of the High Court in 2021. Through his studies and articles, he gained a lot of experience in a lot of different aspects of our South African Law. With the aim to be the differ- ence in his community, he is focused to assist those people in need, work- ing in the shadows, so that others can have a brighter future. Attorney BCom Law (NWU), LLB (UNISA)

2 ‘Set your mind on a definite goal and observe how quickly the world stands aside to let you pass.’ Napoleon Hill

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5 Covid-19 Regulations uplifted After 750 days of being administrated under the National With all of these changes generated from the termination of State of Disaster Management Act, our president Cyril Rama- the National State of Disaster, the Health Minister published phosa terminated the state of disaster in a response to the proposed amendments to regulations relating to environmen- Covid-19 pandemic. Whilst addressing the nation on 4 April tal health on 15 March 2022, in an attempt to combat Covic- 2022, Ramaphosa stated that the measures taken, were nec- 19. the Public had opportunity to comment on the proposed essary to respond to both the devastating effects of the pan- regulations until the 16th of April 2022. demic on human health, and also to limit the great cost to society and the economy. In the proposed bill, it is stated that “any person with a con- firmed or suspected case of a notifiable medical condition This however does not mean that we can throw away our may not refuse to submit to mandatory prophylaxis, treat- masks as the Disaster Management Act provided certain ment, isolation or quarantine in order to prevent transmis- elements that will remain in place for a period of 30 days after sion.” One is also not allowed to refuse to have a blood sam- the termination thereof. Some of the transitional measures in ple taken or be taken for quarantine. place are the wearing of a face mask at indoor and public spaces, but is not required when one is outdoors. All re- Further to the above, it is required that a full vaccination cer- strictions on the necessary gatherings will continue as nor- tificate or a negative test taken 72 hours from departure will mal, with the understanding that there are limitations of 50% be required for people leaving the country. It also relates to of the capacity of the venue. the wearing of face masks in public spaces, shops, certain workplaces and public transits to be mandatory. The regulations also made provision for international travel, which will remain in place until such time that new regulations The question to ask is whether presidency and his cabinet is or amendments to all necessary legislation be published in the Government Gazette. Together with this the Social Relief in the motion of abusing the powers granted to them by the of Distress Grand of R350 will remain in place. National Disaster Management Act Regulations which fell away includes regulation on isolation of persons, the regulations on schools, public transport, initia- tion practices, cargo transport and the criminalization of non- adherence to these rules.

6 SA Law-making Your voice must be heard As we are in a democratic country, the Constitution of the Republic of South Afri- ca, 1996, makes provision for any person residing in South Africa to be directly It is our mission here at Cato At- involved in the lawmaking process of the Parliament. This in fact mean that as torneys Inc. to ensure that every an individual, you are allowed to have an insight in any bill published in the Gov- person’s rights are not only re- ernment Gazette, within the specified time-frame. This can be done either by spected and protected, but that way of a written submission or an oral submission. every person’s voice is heard. Understanding what is a Submission Sometimes, to stay quite will hurt your future. Speak up and speak When writing your submission, it must capture your views or opinions on a spe- load. You have the right to do so. cific matter of piece of legislation which is placed under consideration by the committee of our Parliament. As our Constitution acknowledged 11 different lan- We therefore invite all of you to guages, you are allowed to present your submission in a language of your provide us with your comments choice. on what do you think of our news- letter, suggestions on changes to By making a submission, you create a specific opportunity to suggest changes or be made, or even questions that possible actions to ensure that the laws passed serve their purpose. you want us to answer in our next newsletter. Written Submissions Oral Submissions You are also welcome to provide When writing your submission, it is We have established a few pointers us with your testimonies which necessary to take the following at when it comes to making oral submis- will, with your permission, be pub- heart: sions: lished in our newsletters. Heading: The heading will normally Preparation is key: punctuality, pre- All comments can be send to: be related to the full title of the Bill paredness and good attitude is key when proceeding with your oral sub- [email protected] Your details: it is important to provide missions. all your necessary details, such as your name and address, or your or- Visual Aids: you are more than wel- ganization information. come to provide necessary visual aids with your public submissions. Contact details: besides the above, you must also not neglect to provide Language: the same as the written your contact details, which is for ex- submissions, you are more than wel- ample your telephone number. come to do so in the language of your Should you wish not to disclose your choice. personal detail, you can do so, but make sure that you indicate it in your Questions: you can expect questions covering letter. raised by the members of the Com- mittee. Your support: Should you act on be- half of any organization, or support Time allocation: as it is expected to any specific group of people, it will be have a lot of oral comments, the com- required from you to disclose it. mittee will decide on a time limit on all presentations.

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