e with that of Brand JA in Afrox Healthcare,35 endorsed by Ngcobo J in Barkhuizen,36 namely that unequal bargaining power37 is not the only factor, but a factor that together with other factors should be considered when determining whether a contract or contractual term is against public policy.38 On the other hand, one may argue that the respondent's unethical conduct, misrepresentation and abuse