Els v Venter: The CPA’s “Ordinary Course of Business” Requirement Strictly Construed
Are you a tenant facing termination of your lease, or a landlord uncertain whether the Consumer Protection Act applies to your rental arrangement?
The Supreme Court of Appeal’s recent judgment in Els v Venter and Another (449/2024) [2025] ZASCA 163 (27 October 2025) provides important guidance on the boundaries of consumer protection in residential leasing.