University of Cape Town

This document is a course announcement from the University of Cape Town promoting a remote short course titled 'South African law of trusts: A practical guide.' It describes the course as a webinar that offers a broad overview of trust law, an area increasingly vital in legal practice but often poorly taught in universities. The course is scheduled for 23 October 2026 and requires registration via a course page link.

The University of Cape Town is hosting a five-day remote short course on cross-cultural commercial mediation, comparing practices in China and South Africa. The course runs from 19 to 23 October 2026 and includes interactive sessions on how cultural values shape dispute resolution. Registration is open through the UCT website.

The University of Cape Town is hosting the 'Standard 8: China–South Africa executive investment readiness' programme from 26 to 29 October 2026 at the Kramer Building on its Middle Campus. This executive training course is designed for senior executives from Chinese firms looking to enter the South African market, offering practical tools on eight key legal areas to ensure compliance and reduce risks. Participants will receive actionable resources like checklists and decision trees to support their market entry strategy.

The University of Cape Town is offering a remote short course on the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA), covering the legal framework for processing personal information and the rights of data subjects. The course runs from 26 to 29 October 2026 and is designed for legal professionals and others involved in data governance. Registration is required via the course webpage.

This document is an announcement from the University of Cape Town about a four-day remote short course titled 'Fintech for lawyers, legal practitioners and compliance professionals.' It is scheduled for 12 to 15 October 2026 and is aimed at legal professionals who need to understand the regulatory and technological aspects of fintech. The course covers emerging concepts like blockchain, cryptocurrency, and open banking. Registration is available via the UCT website.

The University of Cape Town is offering a remote short course titled 'Standard contractual clauses – a refresher' on 2 October 2026. The course aims to help legal and business professionals understand commonly used contract terms such as force majeure, limitation of liability, and confidentiality. Registration is open via a dedicated webpage.