1. Parties: Identification of the Franchisor and Franchisee, including full legal names, registration numbers, and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement, brief description of the franchise system, and purpose of the agreement
3. Definitions and Interpretation: Detailed definitions of terms used throughout the agreement and rules of interpretation
4. Grant of Franchise: Specific rights being granted, territory allocation, and terms of the franchise license
5. Duration and Renewal: Initial term of the agreement and conditions for renewal
6. Franchise Fees and Payment Terms: Initial franchise fee, ongoing royalties, marketing contributions, and payment schedules
7. Franchisor Obligations: Support, training, and assistance to be provided by the franchisor
8. Franchisee Obligations: Operating standards, compliance requirements, and performance obligations
9. Intellectual Property: Use of trademarks, trade secrets, and other intellectual property
10. Training and Support: Initial and ongoing training requirements and support services
11. Operations Manual: Reference to and compliance with the operations manual
12. Marketing and Advertising: Marketing obligations, advertising requirements, and brand standards
13. Records and Reporting: Financial record-keeping requirements and reporting obligations
14. Insurance: Required insurance coverage and minimum limits
15. Transfer and Assignment: Conditions for transfer of the franchise rights
16. Termination: Grounds for termination and process
17. Post-Termination Obligations: Obligations after termination including non-compete and confidentiality
18. Dispute Resolution: Process for resolving disputes including mediation and arbitration
19. Governing Law: Application of South African law and jurisdiction
20. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including notices, entire agreement, and severability
