Legislative Drafting
Precision Drafting for Laws, Policies and Regulatory Frameworks
We offer professional Legislative Drafting services to government departments, public entities, municipalities, and organisations engaged in shaping South Africa’s legal and policy landscape. Our expertise lies in developing clear, effective, and constitutionally sound legal instruments that give full effect to legislative intent and public interest goals.
We draft primary and subordinate legislation, by-laws, regulations, policy documents, and institutional frameworks in line with South Africa’s constitutional order and the principles of administrative justice, transparency, and accountability.
Our Legislative Drafting Services
Our dedicated team provides end-to-end legal support across all aspects of commercial property, including:
Primary Legislation
● Drafting of national and provincial Bills in compliance with constitutional and statutory requirements
● Advice on legal structure, wording, and alignment with existing laws
● Preparation of explanatory memoranda and impact assessments
● Support for Parliamentary processes, including committee submissions and debates
Secondary Legislation and Regulations
● Drafting of regulations, rules, notices, and ministerial directives under enabling legislation
● Legal interpretation of empowering provisions to ensure validity and enforceability
● Integration of sector-specific standards and technical inputs into enforceable instruments
By-laws and Municipal Frameworks
● Drafting and review of municipal by-laws in terms of the Municipal Systems Act
● Ensuring public participation, publication, and procedural compliance
● Legal support for zoning, health, environmental, trading, and service delivery regulations
● Harmonisation of by-laws with national and provincial legislation
Policy and Institutional Frameworks
● Drafting of national and provincial policies, strategy documents, and regulatory frameworks
● Alignment with constitutional rights and development priorities
● Legal analysis of policy implications and implementation risks
● Support in converting policy objectives into practical legislative outcomes
Legislative Review and Harmonisation
● Reviewing outdated, conflicting, or fragmented legislation
● Consolidation and modernisation of legal frameworks
● Advice on harmonising national, provincial, and municipal laws
Who We Advise
● National and provincial government departments
● Municipalities and public entities
● Statutory bodies and regulators
● International development partners and NGOs
● Institutions involved in legal reform or public policy initiatives
Why Legislative Drafting Matters
● Clear – using accessible, unambiguous language
● Consistent – aligned with the Constitution and related laws
● Practical – enforceable and capable of real-world implementation
● Participatory – informed by consultation and public input
● Constitutionally sound – respectful of rights, legal procedure, and democratic values
We apply these principles to every document we draft.
Why Choose Nthambeleni Inc?
● Deep expertise in public law, constitutional law, and administrative procedure
● Proven track record drafting legislation at all levels of government
● Commitment to public sector transformation, legal integrity, and access to justice
● Interdisciplinary understanding of policy, governance, and legal drafting techniques
● National presence with insight into sectoral, provincial, and municipal requirements
Get Expert Legal Support Today
Strong laws are the foundation of good governance. At Nthambeleni Inc, we help shape laws that are not only legally sound but socially responsive and institutionally effective.
Offices in Pretoria, Durban, Cape Town, and Thohoyandou
012 323 4581 | info@ntinc.co.za