IRM1501
Assignment 2 Semester 1 2025
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Due Date: 2025
QUESTION 1 (3 ANSWERS PROVIDED)
Makate v Vodacom (Pty) Ltd (CCT52/15) [2016] ZACC 13 (26 April 2016)
Facts of the case
The case of Makate relates to a contractual dispute between Vodacom and Mr Makate
which stems from an oral agreement that was concluded between Mr Makate and Mr
Geissler, the Director of Product Development and Management at Vodacom.1 This oral
agreement was later induced in writing by Mr Geissler who was at the time acting on behalf
of Vodacom and this was done via email correspondence.1 Mr Makate at the time of the
conclusion of the agreement was an employee of Vodacom and he was employed as a
trainee accountant.1 He had a distance relationship with his girlfriend and they were str
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Assignment 2 Semester 1 2025
Unique Number:
Due Date: 2025
QUESTION 1 (3 ANSWERS PROVIDED)
Makate v Vodacom (Pty) Ltd (CCT52/15) [2016] ZACC 13 (26 April 2016)
Facts of the case
The case of Makate relates to a contractual dispute between Vodacom and Mr Makate
which stems from an oral agreement that was concluded between Mr Makate and Mr
Geissler, the Director of Product Development and Management at Vodacom.1 This oral
agreement was later induced in writing by Mr Geissler who was at the time acting on behalf
of Vodacom and this was done via email correspondence.1 Mr Makate at the time of the
conclusion of the agreement was an employee of Vodacom and he was employed as a
trainee accountant.1 He had a distance relationship with his girlfriend and they were str
DISCLAIMER & TERMS OF USE
Educational Aid: These study notes are intended to be used as educational resources and should not be seen as a
replacement for individual research, critical analysis, or professional consultation. Students are encouraged to perform
their own research and seek advice from their instructors or academic advisors for specific assignment guidelines.
Personal Responsibility: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information in
these study notes, the seller does not guarantee the completeness or correctness of all content. The buyer is
responsible for verifying the accuracy of the information and exercising their own judgment when applying it to their
assignments.
Academic Integrity: It is essential for students to maintain academic integrity and follow their institution's policies
regarding plagiarism, citation, and referencing. These study notes should be used as learning tools and sources of
inspiration. Any direct reproduction of the content without proper citation and acknowledgment may be considered
academic misconduct.
Limited Liability: The seller shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages, losses, or consequences arising from
the use of these notes. This includes, but is not limited to, poor academic performance, penalties, or any other negative
consequences resulting from the application or misuse of the information provided.
