Synopsis:
section 12A of the Competition Act 89 of 1998 — substantial lessening of competition — impact of a merger on competition —impact on section 27 of the Constitution — interpretation in accordance with sections 7(2) and 39(2) of the Constitution — interference by appellate courts with findings of trial courts
Competition Appeal Court not entitled to interfere with findings of the Tribunal — appeal is upheld — no order as to costs