Mergers and acquisitions continue to shape South Africa’s corporate landscape, with businesses navigating an evolving regulatory framework, competition laws, and sector-specific compliance requirements. Understanding these complexities is crucial for successful deal execution and risk management.

Cox Yeats is proud to contribute to the latest ICLG Mergers & Acquisitions 2025 guide, providing insights into South Africa’s M&A environment, covering:

• Regulatory oversight – Key legislation, including the Companies Act, Competition Act, and JSE Listings Requirements.
• Transaction structures – Share purchases, asset acquisitions, and statutory mergers.
• Foreign investment considerations – B-BBEE implications and exchange control regulations.
• Risk mitigation – Due diligence, regulatory approvals, and deal protection strategies.

Our team, Randhir Naicker, Benjamin Meadows, and Jason Goodison, offer expert commentary and provide a comprehensive legal perspective to help businesses navigate M&A transactions with confidence.

For a comprehensive overview of South Africa’s M&A laws and regulations, read the full chapter here: ICLG M&A 2025 – South Africa

For tailored legal guidance on your next transaction, contact our Corporate & Commercial team.