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The Non-Solicitation Agreement Between Two Companies is a critical business document used in South Africa when companies wish to protect their human capital, client relationships, and business interests during or after a business relationship. This agreement type is commonly implemented during joint ventures, service agreements, or other business collaborations where companies gain insight into each other's valuable resources. The document must carefully balance the protection of legitimate business interests with South African competition law requirements, constitutional rights to freedom of trade, and labor regulations. It typically includes specific provisions about who cannot be solicited, for how long, in what geographical area, and the consequences of breach, all while ensuring compliance with South African legal frameworks and business practices.

1. Parties: Identification and details of the two companies entering into the agreement

2. Background: Context of the agreement, including the business relationship between the parties

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including 'Confidential Information', 'Restricted Period', 'Restricted Persons', etc.

4. Non-Solicitation Obligations: Core restrictions regarding employees, clients, suppliers, and business opportunities

5. Duration and Geographic Scope: Time period and territorial limits of the non-solicitation obligations

6. Exceptions and Permitted Activities: Specific circumstances where the restrictions do not apply

7. Consideration: The benefit or value exchanged between parties to make the agreement binding

8. Remedies and Enforcement: Legal remedies available in case of breach, including injunctive relief

9. Severability: Provision ensuring remainder of agreement stays valid if any part is found unenforceable

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of South African law and courts having jurisdiction

11. Entire Agreement: Confirmation that this document represents the complete agreement between parties