The latest updates to the Older Persons Act

Dear Newsletter Reader,

As we end off July, we continue with our A–Z Community Scheme series, exploring the building blocks of a well-managed scheme, covering letters M and N.

Here’s what we’ll cover in this edition:

Rob Jones (Shire Retirement Properties) discusses the latest updates to the Older Persons Act
Mariska Rall (Heerschop Pienaar Attorneys) explores what every body corporate needs to know about illegal employees in community schemes
Sarah discusses governance risks that trustees don't budget for
The upcoming NAMA Western Cape Networking Event
The upcoming NAMA National Conference

CONTENT CORNER

Over 60 and living in a community scheme | New update to the Older Persons Act

In this article, Rob explores how the Older Persons Amendment Act impacts retirement community schemes and their governance. It highlights when a scheme may be providing regulated care services and the importance of ensuring legal compliance.

Illegal employees in community schemes: What every body corporate needs to know following the June 2026 immigration protests

Following the June 2026 immigration protests, Mariska explores the legal responsibilities of community schemes when it comes to undocumented workers and what every body corporate should know to remain compliant.

Money and meetings | Governance risks trustees don't budget for

With AGM season just around the corner, Sarah interviews Poena, asking the important questions about meeting governance, trustee responsibilities, and the decisions that can shape a community scheme

NAMA 2026 National Conference

The highly anticipated NAMA 2026 National Conference will take place on 15–16 October 2026 at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria. This year's theme, "Back to the Future," will encourage delegates to reflect on the lessons of the past, assess the realities of the present, and explore what the community schemes industry needs to become in the years ahead.

Zerlinda van der Merwe will be one of the experts presenting on understanding the evolving dynamics of community living.

Registration is now open - secure your place and be part of the conversation shaping the future of community scheme management.

Join us at the NAMA Western Cape Networking Event on Thursday, 6 August 2026, at Rondebosch Sports Club, Cape Town.

We will be enjoying a morning of networking and insightful presentations from industry experts:

Bright Sun, Blue Flame: Maintenance Matters, presented by: Ria Furriel & Terence Rajoo (King Price Insurance) and Wayne Vertue (Ariston Group)

Be the Benchmark: Unlock Your Full Potential as a Managing Agent! Presented by: Dilen Heerschop (Heerschop Pienaar Attorneys)

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow property professionals and gain valuable industry insights.

Book your seat today by contacting Vanida at vanida@nama.org.za.

PROBLEMS AT YOUR AGM?

A messy general meeting happening in a body corporate / hoa

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Be not afraid of growing slowly; be afraid of only standing still." – Chinese Proverb

Zerlinda van der Merwe and Nicole Tavares

We trust that these insights continue to add practical value, to you and your scheme, as we work our way through the alphabet. If you have any topic suggestions, please email them to info@tvdmconsultants.com - we would love to hear from you!

CONTENT CORNER

Over 60 and living in a community scheme | New update to the Older Persons Act

Illegal employees in community schemes: What every body corporate needs to know following the June 2026 immigration protests

Money and meetings | Governance risks trustees don't budget for

UPCOMING EVENTS

PROBLEMS AT YOUR AGM?