Force Majeure and Contract Frustration
When events prevent performance, parties reach for force majeure and often find the clause does not cover what happened. This course covers drafting and invoking these provisions properly.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01What force majeure does and does not protect against
- 02Drafting clauses that cover realistic events
- 03Notice requirements, timing and their strictness
- 04Mitigation obligations and continuing duties
- 05Hardship, change in law and frustration distinguished
- 06Consequences: suspension, extension and termination
- 07Disputed notices and how these claims are resolved
What you will gain
- Explain what force majeure protects against
- Draft clauses that cover realistic events
- Apply notice and mitigation obligations
- Distinguish force majeure from hardship and frustration
- Assess the consequences of a valid claim
- Handle a disputed force majeure notice
Who should attend
- Contract and commercial managers
- Legal and compliance staff
- Procurement and supply chain professionals
- Project managers handling disruption
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 to 3 Nov 2026 | Durban | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 16 to 17 Nov 2026 | Cape Town | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 30 Nov to 1 Dec 2026 | Johannesburg | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 11 to 12 Jan 2027 | London | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 22 to 23 Feb 2027 | Dubai | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 4 to 5 May 2027 | Pretoria | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 12 to 13 Jul 2027 | Durban | 2 Days | R10,000 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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- R10,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 2 Days
- Field
- Legal, Contracts & Compliance
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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