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Electronic Signatures

A recent news story revealed how a man unknowingly entered into a contract simply by sending a thumbs-up emoji. This raises an important question: what legally counts as a 'signature'? Are emojis or digital actions legally binding? And how does South African law define and recognize electronic signatures? We asked Olebogeng Mangena to explain.

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