How often Company law concepts and terminology is asked
5 of 6
papers asked it
avg 12 marks · last May 2025
skipped last session — due
Worth 2–10 marks when it appears as a written question, plus 1 multiple-choice item.
Where it was asked
The questions
Oct/Nov 2023, Q2.25 marks
Kim wants to set up a company to raise funds for the prevention of, and education about, HIV/AIDS. Advise Kim on which type of company would be most suitable for this purpose, and explain the requirements that apply to that type of company.
May/Jun 2022, Q1.15 marks
Name the different types of companies that are provided for in the Companies Act 71 of 2008.
May/Jun 2022, Q1.25 marks
Describe the procedure that must be followed to amend the Memorandum of Incorporation of a company.
May/Jun 2022, Q1.310 marks
Explain whether it is possible for a shareholders' resolution to be passed without a face-to-face meeting being held, where the decision concerned is one that should be taken at an annual general meeting. Support your answer with reference to relevant case law.
May/Jun 2022, Q1.45 marks
Consider the following statement: 'In terms of the Companies Act 71 of 2008 companies have all the legal capacity and powers of a natural person and such capacity cannot be restricted in order to render any contract concluded by the company invalid.' Explain whether this statement is correct or not.
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