20/10/2026
South Africa’s proposed Prevention of Illegal Eviction from and Unlawful Occupation of Land (PIE) Amendment Bill aims to strengthen the legal framework around unlawful occupation and evictions.
The proposed changes include tougher measures against organised land invasions, additional factors for courts to consider when deciding on evictions, and greater clarity around alternative accommodation.
But what do these changes mean for property owners and occupiers, and how could they affect the eviction process?
Proposed PIE Amendment Bill aims to strengthen the legal framework governing unlawful occupation and evictions.