Preamble

Welcome to your summer edition of the USIU-Africa Legal Digest!

From courts redefining what counts as a resignation to defamation without a name tag and from Artificial Intelligence (AI) risks to data privacy showdowns, this semester’s Legal Digest is your guide to how legal principles are adapting to the times.

Why should students, staff, or faculty care? Because the lines between personal and professional, physical and digital, are blurrier than ever.

In this issue:

• Your boss doesn’t need to fire you for it to be unlawful.
• You don’t need to be name-dropped to sue.
• Posting a personal opinion could cost you your job but not your rights.
• Data belongs to people, not platforms.
• AI may be your new co-worker or compliance risk.

Whether you’re in a lecture hall, a startup, or the boardroom, one thing’s clear, staying legally literate is no longer optional.

Whether you're a student, faculty member, or staff let’s dive into how the law is shaping the world around you.

Your feedback and input on this Digest and previous issues of the Digest is encouraged and will be highly appreciated. We hope that you will find this issue informative and educational in matters within the legal sphere.

Disclaimer: This publication is provided for general informational purposes only and does not, in any way, constitute legal advice. Readers are advised to seek the services of a qualified lawyer to address any specific legal concerns or situations they may have.

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