Dr Samantha Smith holds a BSocSci, LLB, LLM, and PhD (Law) from UCT.  An innovative thinker, she strategises, plans, and produces STBB’s content across all channels and platforms and works on corporate and marketing collateral.

Newsflash | Property in focus

Erring on the side of caution: SARB keeps the repo rate unchanged at 6.75%

Against the backdrop of rising geo-political tensions and higher oil prices, the South African Reserve Bank has cautiously elected to keep the repo rate at 6.75%. Accordingly, the prime lending rate remains unchanged at 10.25%.

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The Legally Speaking podcast | Property FAQs: Understanding the transfer process

With 2026 in full swing and the property market showing few signs of slowing down, it is imperative for sellers, prospective purchasers, and estate agents to have a workable understanding of the legal requirements underpinning property sales. In our latest podcast, STBB Cape Town Director, Liezl Solomon, capably tackles common questions conveyancing attorneys receive from clients during property transactions. For sound explanations, tune in now!

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Stay ahead in property: Catch up on our property-focused webinars

Missed one of our recent property-centred webinars? Our full library of expert-led sessions is now available on our dedicated YouTube channel! Whether you’re looking for property law updates or guidance on avoiding property-related disputes, our webinars are designed to keep you informed.

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