Document background
The Standard Non-Compete Agreement is a crucial document used in South African business contexts to protect legitimate business interests from competition by former employees, business partners, or sellers of businesses. It is particularly relevant in scenarios involving access to confidential information, trade secrets, customer relationships, or specialized knowledge. The agreement must comply with South African constitutional principles, competition law, and common law requirements regarding restraint of trade. It typically includes specific provisions on duration, geographic scope, and restricted activities, all of which must be reasonable and justifiable. This document is commonly used in employment terminations, business sales, partnership dissolutions, or when engaging with contractors who will have access to sensitive business information. The agreement must balance the protection of business interests with the constitutional right to trade and work, as established by South African courts.
