Free State Development Corporation v Telgobrite (Pty) Ltd and Others (2342/2024)
Free State Development Corporation v Telgobrite (Pty) Ltd and Others (2342/2024) [2025] ZAFSHC 149 (26 May 2025)
The applicant proved ownership of the property and valid cancellation of both the sale and lease agreements with the first respondent. The first respondent failed to provide evidence of lawful entitlement to occupy or own the property, and did not initiate proceedings to enforce transfer. The lease agreement was breached by non-payment of rent and utilities, and the applicant lawfully terminated the contract. The PIE Act applies to the second respondent and other unlawful occupiers residing on the property, and all procedural requirements under PIE were met. No bona fide dispute of fact was r…
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- Eviction
- Unlawful Occupation
- Lease Agreement Termination
- Prevention Of Illegal Eviction Act
- Contract Cancellation
- Plaintiff Entitlement To Possession