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The First Addendum To Agreement is a crucial legal instrument used in South African business and legal practice when parties need to modify an existing agreement without creating an entirely new contract. This document type is particularly relevant when circumstances change after the original agreement's execution, requiring updates to specific terms, conditions, or schedules while maintaining the fundamental structure of the original contract. It must comply with South African contract law principles, including requirements for valid amendments, proper execution, and clear reference to the original agreement. The addendum typically includes specific changes to clauses, pricing, terms, or schedules, while explicitly stating that all other provisions of the original agreement remain unchanged and in full force and effect. This document is commonly used across various industries and is essential for maintaining up-to-date contractual relationships while ensuring legal compliance and business continuity.

1. Parties: Full legal names and details of all parties to the original agreement

2. Background: Reference to the original agreement (including date and parties), reason for the addendum, and confirmation that parties wish to amend the original agreement

3. Definitions: Key terms used in the addendum, including reference to definitions in the original agreement

4. Interpretation: How the addendum should be read in conjunction with the original agreement

5. Amendments: Specific modifications to the original agreement, clearly referencing relevant clauses and providing new text

6. Effective Date: When the amendments take effect

7. Ratification: Confirmation that all other terms of the original agreement remain unchanged

8. Signature Page: Execution block for all parties