“Who’s your Daddy” – Unmarried Fathers and the Notice of Birth
The Republic of South Africa is filled with a large variety of people, cultures and traditions. Although these cultures and traditions may differ, the importance of family and community are among the most prominent concepts in most of them. As a result, the impact and...
Child Maintenance: An Overview
The relationship between a parent, and their child creates rights, duties and responsibilities that are enforceable by law. As a parent, you are responsible for your child, and it is your duty to nurture and take care of that child. In saying that, however, If one of...
Constitutional Court Ruling On Muslim Marriages
On 28 June 2022, The Constitutional Court confirmed a Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) ruling for Women’s Legal Centre Trust v President of the Republic of South Africa and Others[1], which legally recognises Muslim marriages and declares certain sections of the...
Legal Documents Required For Marriage
You’re now engaged and have started planning for the big day on which you get to say, “I do!”. You have your guests list, venue and even photographer ready, but have you got your legal ducks in a row? Tying the knot can be an exciting process and experience for the...
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