Pooja Dela

May 30, 2024 | newsletter.en.creamermedia.com | Sheila Barradas |Martin Creamer |Terence Creamer |Pooja Dela

by Pooja Dela & Paula-Ann Novotny, Partners at Webber WentzelOn 24 May 2024, the EU Council finally adopted the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), completing the legislative process and marking a significant development in global business practices, including for companies with operations in Africa.

May 28, 2024 | lexology.com | Pooja Dela |Paula-Ann Novotny

Artificial intelligence (AI) and technology have revolutionised many aspects of our lives, and elections are no exception. These tools can enhance the democratic process by improving access to information, voter registration, streamlining vote counting, and facilitating voter engagement, thereby securing greater protection of fundamental civil and political rights. However, the potential for misuse is equally significant, raising concerns about the integrity of electoral processes worldwide.

May 27, 2024 | polity.org.za | Pooja Dela |Paula-Ann Novotny

On 24 May 2024, the European (EU) Council finally adopted the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), completing the legislative process and marking a significant development in global business practices, including for companies with operations in Africa.

May 3, 2024 | bbrief.co.za | Pooja Dela

Pooja Dela | Partner | Webber Wentzel | mail me |Paula-Ann Novotny | Senior Associate | Webber Wentzel | mail me |Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers unprecedented opportunities for growth and innovation but also presents significant challenges and risks, especially concerning human rights and corporate governance.

May 18, 2023 | bbrief.co.za | Pooja Dela

Pooja Dela | Partner | Webber Wentzel | mail me |Paula-Ann Novotny | Senior Associate | Webber Wentzel | mail me |Businesses are required to take ownership of, and commit to, respecting human rights in their organisations and throughout their entire value chain. They need to act on identifying, preventing, mitigating, and remediating negative human rights impacts that may result from their operations or their business relationships, by putting the necessary systems and controls in place.