
The High Court has made a significant ruling by abolishing the mandatory financial deposits that were previously required to challenge government tender awards. This landmark judgment is seen as a shift in the legal landscape of public procurement, removing a major financial barrier for businesses seeking to engage in public contracts, according to Sharp Daily.
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